Musee de l'Image Populaire

About

Museum history This museum was opened in June 1999. The building from 1587 has been completely renovated. To keep its treasures for many more years, it has been decided to present them in strict respect of preservation rules. An interesting mural fresco, found during the restoration works has been kept and is now presented in the museum. Collections The museum presents a large scale of images including the print family such as lithography and the so called unicas : hand made or painted images which are unique. You are invited to follow the rich variety and techniques of popular images shown in the different spaces. The meaning in Alsace of this sometimes religious and sometimes secular images with their symbolism and motives, will have no secrets for you after your visit.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes