Origin and history

The Museum of Wood Machinery and Hand Tools is located in Pont-de-Beauvoisin, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. This museum is dedicated to the conservation and enhancement of tools and machines related to woodworking, reflecting an important part of the region's artisanal and industrial heritage. The collections exhibited allow to trace the evolution of local techniques and know-how throughout the eras.

In this region, historically marked by a strong artisanal and agricultural tradition, the tools and machines displayed in this museum testify to the economic activities that have shaped the daily lives of the inhabitants. Wood trades in particular have played a key role in the social and economic organization of local communities, providing essential resources for construction, crafts and industry.

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