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Figures & ThemesMusée Jean de La Fontaine
Château-Thierry · Aisne · Hauts-de-France
The Jean de La Fontaine Museum, located in the birthplace of the fabulist in Château-Thierry (Aisne), is a literary museum and a House of Illustrious Figures. Completely restored and modernized, the museum reopened in January 2026 after four years of work, offering a renewed exhibition combining heritage, literature and visual arts. The collections include paintings, engravings, sculptures and furniture, bearing witness to the admiration paid to the seventeenth to twentieth century poet. The visit features interactive displays, audio narratives and projections, complemented by a free garden with open access. Located in the heart of the city, the museum also hosts temporary exhibitions, workshops and guided tours, with facilities ensuring accessibility for all audiences.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 10:00–12:30, 14:00–18:00
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:00–12:30, 14:00–18:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00–12:30, 14:00–18:00
- Thursday
- 10:00–12:30, 14:00–18:00
- Friday
- 10:00–12:30, 14:00–18:00
- Saturday
- 10:00–12:30, 14:00–18:00
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
12 Rue Jean de la Fontaine
Phone number
+33 3 23 69 05 60Official website
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Getting there
Nearest station
About 25 min walk from station Château-Thierry (or 10 min by car).
City
45 min by car from Soissons.
Nearest station
About 25 min walk from station Château-Thierry (or 10 min by car).
Parking
On-site parking.
Reference city
45 min by car from Soissons.
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026
Nearby
Galleries nearby: galerie marie-josé degrelle (85 m), Galerie Merchande Les Quatre Vents (121 m), Le Silo U1 (653 m).
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