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Bibliothèque de l'Arsenal
Michelin Guide
Interesting
Civil and military monument
The Michelin Guide's review
The arsenal was the residence of Sully and then Henri IV, who converted it into an apartment. In the 18C, the erudite Marquis of Argenson amassed a collection of books here, enhanced by the Count of Artois. At the Revolution it was expanded further to include the archives from the Bastille. As a result, the Arsenal has been a national library since 1797. It is possible to visit the manuscripts' room, the 18C music salon, and the bedroom and chambers of La Meilleraye (note the 17C paintings).
Practical information
+33 1 53 79 49 49
Location
1 rue de Sully75004 Paris
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