Musée Atelier de l'Imprimerie de Nantes
Nantes · Loire-Atlantique · Pays de la Loire
This place took part in the 2026 European Heritage Days (18–20 September).
The Museum Workshop of the Nantes Printing House, located on the Fosse Quay, is a repository of materials, techniques and printing trades. It offers daily guided tours with demonstrations of machines in operation, allowing visitors to discover printing techniques and practices. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions and organizes workshops and classes, particularly dedicated to artistic techniques such as printmaking, calligraphy and watercolor. Its regular hours and affordable prices make it a venue open to school groups, students and families. The museum benefits from the support of the Friends of MAI association and welcomes artists in residence for creative activities.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 10:00–12:00, 14:00–17:30
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- 10:00–12:00, 14:00–17:30
- Wednesday
- 10:00–12:00, 14:00–17:30
- Thursday
- 10:00–12:00, 14:00–17:30
- Friday
- 10:00–12:00, 14:00–17:30
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
24 Quai de la Fosse
Phone number
+33 2 40 73 26 55Official website
musee-imprimerie.comGoogle Maps
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Nearest station
About 5 min walk from tram Médiathèque.
Parking
On-site parking.
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026
Nearby
Galleries nearby: Galerie Mira (180 m), Galerie des Oubliés (210 m), Galerie Albane (290 m).
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