Musée national de l'histoire de l'immigration

Description

The National Immigration History Museum is a cultural, scientific and educational institution dedicated to the history and culture of immigration in France. The museum collection consists of material and immaterial works that cross the historic looks, anthropological and artistic dialogue to objects, documents, testimony and contemporary creations. Thus, in the permanent exhibition # landmarks, stories, archival documents and works of art to respond to the rhythm of a journey that recounts the highlights of the history of France since the 19th century. The donations gallery space in the center of family history and about the fact "into the museum" stories, photos and personal items representative of a migration route. This integration of the national heritage contributes to the recognition of the contributions of immigration to French society. The Museum offers a rich artistic and cultural events: exhibitions, conferences and topical discussions, literary readings, shows, movies and activities for young audiences. The National History of Immigration Museum is located in the Palace of the Golden Gate, a unique building art deco listed building. Built for the International Colonial Exposition in 1931 by architect Albert Laprade, the site brings together major figures of Deco and Modernist art.