Lyon Silk Museum

The Lyon Silk Museum, located in Lyon, France, celebrates the city's rich history as a major center of silk production and textile craftsmanship. Housed in a historic silk workshop, the museum showcases ancient looms, weaving tools, and detailed exhibits illustrating the silk-making process from raw fiber to finished fabric. It highlights Lyon’s vital role in the development of silk trade and technology during the Renaissance and beyond. Visitors gain insight into the artistic, economic, and cultural significance of silk manufacturing, observing live demonstrations and exploring the legacy of Lyon's artisanship in the textile industry.