Kaleidoscope

Kaleidoscope

Workshops

The horlogical kaleidoscope – from 8 years old Did you know that the word “kaleidoscope” is derived from the Ancient Greek words kalòs (beautiful), eîdos (form), and skopéô (to observe) ? Therefore, “kaleidoscope” would mean “to observe...
Cardboard clock

Cardboard clock

Workshops

Cardboard clock – from 8 years old This activity, supervised by a mediator, offers you the opportunity to assemble and decorate your own cardboard table clock. An introduction by one of our clockmaker guides will help you identify the components of a clock.  ...
Graduated candle

Graduated candle

Workshops

The fire clock – from 5 to 8 years old The graduated candle arrived in Europe in the 8th century due to a monk’s need to know the prayer times during the night. This time measurement, also known as “fire clock”, became very popular in the Middle Ages. It was...
Mechanical clock

Mechanical clock

Workshops

Workshop for school groups to discover the mechanical clock – from 8 years old This workshop allows young students to explore the different rooms of the permanent exhibitions through a treasure hunt-style game and immerse themselves in the world of watchmaking....