Situated in Jarrie, in the basement of the Jouvin house since 1987. It recounts the story, the techniques and the applications of the chemical industry in the agglomeration of Grenoble.It gathers industrial machineries, laboratory appliances, documentary pictures and pictures.
The museum recounts Marcel Deprez experience who succeeded in carrying an electric current which was generated by a hydraulic turbine from the Jarrie railway station to the grains covered market in Grenoble.
An incredible “special fabrications” room unveils the manufacturing process of synthetic gems thanks to the Verneuil's process.
The museum has been entirely renovated in 2000.Period of opening : From 02/01 to 31/12
Opening hours on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 2 pm and 5.30 pm.
Closed exceptionally on Easter Monday, Feast of the Ascension, Whit Monday, May 1st, May 8th, July 14th, August 15th, November 1st, November 11th and December 25th.Prices : Reduced price: 1 to 2 €
Adult: 3 €
Child: 0 €.