Jean Jaurès Museum
Along a chronological round tour, come and discover Jean Jaurès ‘life and work, at the Centre National and Musée de Castres. This will allow you to understand and to learn more about this special man.
Jaurès, a childhood in Castres
Jean Jaurès was born in 1859 in Castres where he spent his entire childhood. A writer, philosophy teacher, journalist, then member of Parliament, he is the father of socialism in France.
His ideas of truth and justice are always present. Humanist with a visionary thinking, he still remains a major french figure.
Jaurès, a french destiny
Inaugurated by the Président François Mittérand, this museum was opened in 1988. Photos, notice-boards, films, newspaper-pieces, objects and caricatures will allow you to discover Jaures story and his struggles.
Jaurès, universal ideas
This museum prioritises Jean Jaurès’ humanist ideas. He fought until his death for his dream of changing the world and the mindset. Brilliant like a star in the middle of a political and social night, his ideas still go on.
Jaurès, a local transmission
The Center is also used for lectures and screenings in conjunction with Jaurès and an archival collection.There are free temporary exhibitions related to Jaurès, his time, caricatures or local artists..
A new exhibition every 6 months
Various events all year long: Museum Night, European Heritage Days, conferences throughout the year.
Entry price: 3€ – Free temporary exhibitions