Musée Champollion : Les Écritures du Monde
The birthplace of the famous decipherer of hieroglyphs is devoted to the history of the writings of the world and to Egyptology. From Mexico to China, via the Mediterranean, the museum's collection recounts the great adventure of writing.
The Champollion museum, housed in the former birthplace of Jean-François Champollion, a famous decipherer of hieroglyphs, is also dedicated to the history of the writings of the world. The collections from all over the world present the richness and diversity of the cultures of yesterday and today which, more than 5000 years ago, invented and practiced writing using the first tools and signs. The approximately six hundred objects presented relate the journey of writing along the routes of merchants or conquerors, and the evolution of its layout, according to the hand, from the scribes to the present day.
The visit continues on the Place des Scriptures, a reproduction of the Rosetta Stone, overlooked by terraced gardens planted with Egyptian papyrus.
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- In the city
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| Prices | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Individual adult – Full price | 6,50 € | 7,50 € |
| Individual adult – Reduced rate | 3,50 € | 4,50 € |
Free – Free of charge
Free admission on the first Sunday of the month (excluding July and August) for those under 18, Friends of the Champollion Museum, national and regional tour guides, ICOM card holders, group leaders, recipients of AAH or CMI card benefits, recipients of minimum social benefits, and press card holders upon presentation of proof.
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