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THE ECOMUSEUM OF THE FORGES

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Ecomuseum that tells the social history of the forges of Hennebont, whose rooms present the techniques of the time.

This ecomuseum tells the social history of the forges of Hennebont. It all began in 1860 with the Trottier brothers who set up their ironworks. The forges were then bought by the Société Générale des Cirages Français and reached their peak in 1936, employing up to 3,000 people. They finally closed in 1966. The rooms of the eco-museum present the techniques of the time, the traditions and the working life of the metal workers in the 19th and 20th centuries. The models, photos and films will take you to the heart of history.

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Visited in july 2022
Très beau musée remplis de souvenirs d'un temps révolu où l'industrie était en plein développement. On apprend beaucoup, on découvre encore plus, de multiples objets et machines puis des costumes .... A voir avec enfants et ados !!!
Elizabeth61
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I know this is a French tourist attraction, but more signs and information in English would make it more appealing. Don't get me wrong, the Museum was very interesting, but my French is not first class, so I did not understand more than 10% of the information. So take your dictionary with you. We were given a guide in English which was very useful, once you figured out which of the 14 rooms you were in-more/clearer signs please. The lady on reception was lovely and helpful. (But we were the only visitors). So all in all, worth a visit we think. Makes you realise that other countries manufacturing industries were also hit by cheap, overseas imports.
bretagne28
Visited in september 2016
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La visite guidée notamment dans le cadre des journées du patrimoine permet de se plonger quelques années en arrière sur la vie menée par les travailleurs des forges lorsque celles ci fonctionnaient. La vie était dure et les personnes et familles vivaient en vase clos "patronnées" par l'entreprise. Tout y est bien présenté et commenté lors de la visite.
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