Jean Racine Museum

This museum was created in the restored house where Jean RACINE spent his childhood. At the age of 3, orphaned of both father and mother, he was taken in by his grandmother, Marie DESMOULINS, who lived there.
In a modern setting, one can discover an exceptional collection of documents concerning Jean RACINE and his work.
* baptism certificate December 22, 1639
* letters, portraits, engravings
* original editions
* recent French and foreign editions
* stamps featuring Jean RACINE
* the very beautiful marble statue, a work by David D'ANGERS.
There are also many elements related to the history of La Ferté Milon (parchment with the signature of Henry IV, paintings by Corot, Lavieille...)

Phone: 03 23 96 77 77
E-mail: otsimilon@orange.fr

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