Culture Rhône

Inaugurated in 1972, the BmL is the largest public library in France, covering more than 27,290^m2 and holding more than 1.8 million documents in its "silo". Children go downstairs to the garden floor, exhibitions are at the entrance, music on the first floor, while the old collections are kept on the fifth floor reserved for researchers. The Culture subscription card gives access to the municipal libraries and the exhibitions of the 6 municipal museums.

A house that goes back in time and offers 2 permanent exhibitions: the construction techniques of the Roman aqueducts that supplied Lyon with water, and the material used for weaving velvet in western Lyon from 1830 to 1930. With the children, follow the tracks of the local mascots - the IndianAraire - and discover the treasures of the past by solving the enigma (to be downloaded on the site). Panoramic view of the Yzeron valley, Lyon and the Alps.

Place of exhibitions located in the office of the tourist office. Find the exhibition program at the site: http: //hauts.du.lyonnais.tourisme.googlepages.com

You will find the history of the Sanctuary of Montlys, of the River castle, from the monorail of Panissières. Here you will become familiar with the Patois, old local dialect that only the old ones talk about. A video montage reports authentic images of life in Villechenève in 1948. Managed by the Association of Friends of Heritage, this museum is a showcase of the heritage of Villechenève and the region of the Lyonnais mountains from the th century to the present. It is located at the north entrance of the village in front of the Post Office.

A former POMPAGE plant, this stone building welcomes thematic exhibitions and entertainment around the flora and fauna of the banks of Saône, classified as «sensitive natural spaces». These animations last about two hours and are free, upon reservation with the Tourist Office.

The Maison de Pays is a beautiful ^16th and ^17th century residence with mullioned windows, French ceilings and a covered gallery, located in the heart of the medieval village of Mornant, at the foot of the Saint-Pierre church. On four levels, you will discover all year long art exhibitions - paintings, sculptures, plastic artists... - and arts and crafts, exhibitions on heritage, regional products and collections of objects from the past by the Friends of Old Mornant. At the reception, presentation of brochures to discover the region. Agenda on the site.

A specialized fund on contemporary art.

Bron, a city of over 41,000 inhabitants located 8 km east of central Lyon, is a pleasant place to live. It boasts more than 260 hectares of greenery, with numerous parks such as Bois des Essarts, Fort de Bron, Parilly and its racecourse. Bron is a dynamic city, with a university, two technology parks and four hospitals. It is well served by public transport, with 3 streetcar lines, a metro line, numerous buses and motorway access. The association offers a wide range of activities, including reading circles, sports events, cultural outings and social gatherings.

Craponne is a town in the Rhône-Alpes region. The AVF Craponne offers a wide range of activities and events to create links between local residents. The association also organizes visits and outings, as well as well-being workshops and cafés philo. AVF Craponne will be celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2023, and will continue to offer happy, friendly moments to combat isolation.

Écully, a charming town in the Rhône-Alpes region, offers a quiet, friendly village atmosphere. Its rich heritage bears witness to a past linked to the Second Empire and the Industrial Revolution. Today, Écully is recognized nationally and internationally for its scientific and academic reputation, with prestigious institutions such as the Institut Bocuse and engineering and management schools. International corporate headquarters also contribute to Écully's reputation. Here, you can discover activities to share, meet friendly locals and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with a smile. Écully is a great place to live and discover.

Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon is home to the AVF (Accueil des Villes Françaises), a cultural association offering a variety of activities and events for local residents and new arrivals. The association has recently set up a new interactive website to improve relations with its members. Permanent meetings are also organized for those wishing to join the association.

Dardilly is a welcoming town for newcomers, thanks to the Association Accueil des Villes Françaises (AVF). The association offers a range of events and activities to encourage residents to meet and exchange ideas. Whether it's one-off or regular events, the AVF offers support to help newcomers adapt to their new environment and break the isolation they feel. The association's volunteers are on hand to welcome and support new arrivals. In addition to the activities offered by the AVF, the town of Dardilly also organizes cultural events such as film screenings and open-air shows.

Actions Mongolie is a Lyon-based association dedicated to humanitarian actions in Mongolia. Their website provides information on their projects, past and future missions, as well as detailed mission reports. The association is also working on medical training and equipment projects in various fields, such as ophthalmology, laparoscopic surgery and emergency medicine.

The Bib'à Dom' association in Lyon offers a unique service: home delivery of documents for people who can't get around, especially PRMs. We offer a wide selection of books, DVDs, CDs, audio books and magazines. It also offers read-alouds for the visually impaired. A volunteer can help you register with the library and select the books that interest you. Membership costs €12/year. Occasional deliveries are also possible, for a maximum of €6/6 months.

The Last Dance association in Châtillon, made up of committed young dancers, organizes charity shows in the Rhône-Alpes region. From a simple group of friends dancing for fun, Last Dance has become a true association. Its members have raised funds for important causes such as Sidaction, the Telethon, medical research at the Léon Bérard hospital and mental health. Their recent projects, "Danse les mots" and "Corps", testify to their desire to have a positive impact on society. Follow the adventures of this dynamic association on their social networks to discover inspiring new initiatives.