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JEAN DE LA FONTAINE MUSEUM

Jean de la Fontaine’s house ©Musée Jean de la Fontaine
Jean de la Fontaine’s house
Furniture in Jean de la Fontaine museum
Statue of Jean de la Fontaine
Children visiting Jean de la Fontaine museum

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Château-Thierry has its famous son: Jean de La Fontaine. A lazy teenager who loved to sleep, he spent much of his childhood observing the animal world where he drew his inspiration. The illustrious author of 240 fables is waiting to meet you in his home where portraits, manuscripts, illustrations, and various objets d’art are the key attractions… Find out more about who the great author really was, and soak up the atmosphere where the fables with their celebrated characters were born!



Fun for all the family :

A game of observation
In the house where the famous writer of fables, Jean de La Fontaine, was born, Jeannot, his mischievous great-nephew has hidden plenty of clues about his uncle’s life and work. Keep your eyes open and give the right answers to the questions… a mysterious treasure awaits you at the end of the visit!



Events :

The Jean de la Fontaine Festival
Faithful to tradition, the Jean de La Fontaine Festival involves a range of arts including music, dance, and theatre… Rising talents and renowned artistes are on stage every evening to produce a magical show. Every year, venues for concerts and shows are selected from the finest heritage sites in Château-Thierry, the Marne Valley and the south of the Aisne department.



Useful information :

Opening dates and times:
From 01/04 to 30/09, daily except Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to midday and from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
From 01/10 to 31/03, daily except Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to midday and from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.


Closed on:
01/01, 01/05,01/11 and 25/12 Guided tours can be booked in advance


Prices:
Adults: 3.50€
Children (under 18): 1.75€
Prix malin card*: 2.15€


*(Prix malin card: available for families with children, ask for your card from the Aisne Tourist Board).

Information and reservation :

JEAN DE LA FONTAINE MUSEUM
12, rue Jean de la Fontaine
02400 Château-Thierry
Tel.: 03.23.69.05.60
E-mail: lafontaine@easynet.fr
Web site: Click here

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Location :
JEAN DE LA FONTAINE MUSEUM
Musée Jean de la Fontaine
12, rue Jean de la Fontaine
02400 Château-Thierry

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