Located in the Saint-Pierre district, the historic centre of the lace industry in Calais, the International City of Lace and Fashion is set in an authentic 19th century factory.

The museum is a noteable anchor point on the European Route of Industrial Heritage.

The museum's collections are spread over 2500 m2, divided in fives galleries where the expertise and techniques, as well as the most contemporary aspects of lace are displayed.

Where is it?

135 Quai du Commerce
Calais, France

Admission rates for the City of Lace

  • Permanent and temporary exhibitions 7 € (Reduced rate €5)
  • Temporary exhibition 4 € (Reduced rate €3)
  • Museum except during temporary exhibition 5 € (reduced rate 3.5€)
  • Annual Pass 18 € (Reduced rate 13€)

Reduced rates:

For individuals: 50% off admission fees for under 18-year-olds, students, senior citizens (from 65 years of age), the disabled, and those in search of employment.

Opening Hours

High season (1 April - 31 October) : daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. except Tuesdays
Low season (2 November - 31 March): daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. except Tuesdays

  • Closed on 1st January, 1st May, December 24th afternoon (closure at 1 pm), 25th all day and 31st afternoon (closure at 1 pm)
  • Annual closure inclusive from 1st till 15 January 2015