Description
The Museum of Sacred Art is becoming the Museum of Peddlers following a makeover that included the renovation of its lobby and the expansion of its temporary exhibition space. This will be an opportunity to explore an exhibition of Aboriginal art.
This unique collection (sculptures, paintings, goldsmith's and silversmith's objects, liturgical vestments) is largely the result of the generosity and faith of Saint-Nicolatains, expatriates in German-speaking countries. Between the 15th and 18th centuries, the difficulties of life in the mountains prompted some inhabitants to leave for Germany or Italy, to earn a living as peddlers or craftsmen. Some of them succeeded in establishing themselves as bourgeois merchants in Europe's major cities. They then made substantial donations to their parishes of origin, contributing to the wealth of decorations in the region's churches and chapels!
For families, 7 errors games and booklets are available at the reception desk to help you discover the collections in a fun way!
During the vacation season, guided tours of the church and the Peddlers’ Museum are usually held on Fridays at 3pm, and guided tours of the museum are available all year round on request.
Outside these periods, the Musée d'art sacré is open by appointment.
