Musée jurassien d'art et d'histoire

The Musée jurassien d'art et d'histoire in Delémont, Switzerland, is a museum dedicated to the history, art and heritage of the Jura region. Its diverse collections span historical, artistic, archaeological and ethnographic objects, including treasures from Jura churches, paintings, engravings, drawings, crafts and industry, archaeology, documents and maps, everyday objects and sculptures. The permanent exhibition presents the Jura through its clichés and symbols, while the museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions on social issues. Highlights include the oldest known decorated crosier in the world and the remains of the carriage that took King Louis XVI to his coronation in 1775.

Families and Kids

The museum offers a range of activities for children and families, including workshops, guided tours by young guides, and birthday parties at the museum. Children up to the age of 16 enter free of charge, and there are also outdoor activities such as an escape game in the old town.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90 min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Events and birthdays
    • Entrance fee: 6 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $

Opening hours

Open Tuesday to Friday from 2pm to 5pm, and Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 6pm. Free entry on the last Sunday of every month.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
14:00-17:00
Wednesday
14:00-17:00
Thursday
14:00-17:00
Friday
14:00-17:00
Saturday
11:00-18:00
Sunday
11:00-18:00

Admission fees

6 CHF
Adult admission
4 CHF
Seniors, disabled, unemployed, apprentices, students
0 CHF
Young people up to the age of 16
4 CHF
Per person for groups of 10 or more

Contact

Webpage
mjah.ch
Email
contact@mjah.ch
Address
52, rue du 23-Juin, 2800 Delémont

Access

Nearby stops

  • Delémont, Château-Musée50 meters walking distance
  • Delémont1050 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Basel SBB
35m
Neuchâtel
55m
Bern
1h 6m
Olten
1h 7m
Zürich HB
1h 44m

FAQ

  • Is the museum accessible to visitors with reduced mobility?
    The website does not provide specific information about wheelchair accessibility. Guide dogs are welcome in the museum, while other animals are not allowed in the exhibition rooms but are permitted in the café area.
  • Can schools and groups visit outside of normal opening hours?
    Yes, it is possible for schools and groups to visit outside of normal opening hours, on request. Workshops and guided tours must be booked at least 10 days in advance.
  • Is there a café and a shop at the museum?
    Yes, the museum has a reception area with a shop and a café. The café area also allows animals, unlike the exhibition rooms.
  • Can I hire a room at the museum for events?
    Yes, the museum has a room available to hire for conferences, symposia, meetings, seminars and workshops. It is equipped with multimedia equipment and modular furniture, and 'aperitif visits' can also be organised.
  • Is there an outdoor escape game available?
    Yes, the museum offers an outdoor escape game called 'La quête du joyau perdu' in the old town of Delémont. It lasts 60-90 minutes, is for 2 to 6 players, and costs CHF 60 per group.

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