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L'Antiquaille, History museum in 5th arrondissement, Lyon, France.

The museum sits within the former Antiquaille Hospital building, featuring exhibits that document the emergence of Christianity in ancient Gaul.

In 177 AD, the underground chambers of this location held Bishop Pothinus and forty Christians during the persecution under Marcus Aurelius.

The museum exhibits numerous paintings and mosaics that illustrate the development of early Christian communities in the Lyon region.

Visitors can access the museum from Wednesday to Sunday between 10:00 and 18:00, with separate admission fees for the main exhibits and crypt.

The original prison cells where early Christian martyrs were held remain preserved in the underground section of the museum complex.

Location: 5th arrondissement of Lyon

Inception: December 2014

Founders: Emmanuel Payen, Jacques Moulinier

Address: 49 montée Saint-Barthélémy 69005 Lyon 69005

Website: http://antiquaille.fr

GPS coordinates: 45.76004,4.82311

Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:04

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