Musée du pays d'Ussel

Opened in 1976, the Musée de France is dedicated to the history, arts and traditions of the Ussel region, which lies between the Millevaches Plateau, the Triouzoune Valley and the Upper Dordogne Valley. The museum introduces visitors to life in bygone days and to the traditional crafts of the time (e.g. the work of the blacksmith, weaver and clog-maker). Activity books for children on sale. Lithography courses from mid-July to the end of September at the Imprimerie, situated at 18, rue Michelet. Open daily from mid-May to the end of September, 2-6pm. At other times, open by prior arrangement for groups. Duration: 1hr + 30min for the chapel. Free admission.