Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, Art and history museum in Neuchâtel, Switzerland
Description
The Musée d'Art et d'Histoire is housed in a Renaissance building and displays more than 150,000 objects across multiple galleries. The collections include fine art works and documents the regional history of Neuchâtel.
History
The museum grew from collections documenting the region's development through art and historical objects. Around 400 items from the Suchard Chocolate Factory chronicle the evolution of chocolate production and commerce in Switzerland.
Culture
The Jaquet-Droz automata represent a remarkable achievement in mechanical craftsmanship that reflects the ingenuity valued during the 18th century. These intricate devices show how artisans combined art and engineering in their work.
Practical
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday and offers different access options for visitors. Allow enough time to explore the extensive collection, as the exhibitions are spread across multiple areas.
Did you know?
The collection includes a Ruckers harpsichord, a rare keyboard instrument from earlier centuries. Also noteworthy are approximately 900 punches and dies from the Kramer Company, acquired in 2002, which show the metalworking techniques of past times.
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