On the west side of the road. Museum

The Argonne Museum acts as a reminder of the arts and popular traditions in Argonne and the key events that marked this region’s history, namely the arrest of Louis XVI and the First World War. The town of Varennes-en-Argonne is inextricably linked to the detention of King Louis XVI and his family on 21 June, 1791. The event is illustrated using a model and several objects on display.

A collection of glass and ceramics confirm the importance of artisanal activity in Argonne, closely linked to the abundance of clay and wood. Some of the largest pottery output came from the Les Islettes factory, created in 1735 and known as the Bois d’Epense factory until the 19th century. Argonne was also the scene of bitter fighting during the First World War. The objects on display recount the various stages of the war and its different aspects. A model helps visitors to understand the mine warfare between the French and the Germans, for which Vauquois Hill provided the backdrop.

Source of information: musees-meuse.fr