Musée de l'illustration jeunesse

The Museum of Youth Illustration in Moulins is a specialized art museum focused entirely on the visual works that appear in books for young readers. The spaces display original drawings by different artists in large numbers to show how these illustrations were developed.

The building itself dates from the 18th century and was originally the private home of a wealthy family before later being used as a printing press. This use as a printing house connects the building directly to the history of book production and illustration in the region.

The place shows how artists bring children's stories to life through their drawings and reveals the special role that picture book art plays in French culture. Visitors experience here how different artistic styles and techniques have shaped how people understand children's literature over many decades.

The museum is located in a historic building in the center of Moulins that is easy to reach on foot and sits near other sights to see. It is helpful to check the opening hours before visiting, as times can vary with the season.

The museum has a reading room with wooden panels where visitors can view freely available illustrated books and listen to stories. This space creates a comfortable setting where one can experience the actual artworks together with the books they were created for.

Location: Moulins

Inception: 2005

Official opening: 2005

Address: 26 Rue Voltaire

Website: https://musees.allier.fr/399-musee-illustration-jeunesse.htm

GPS coordinates: 46.56666,3.33331

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:15