Even though my family is not involved in hunting and have no interest in guns,
they found much of interest in this eclectic Paris museum/art gallery.
The museum of Hunting and Nature had resaonablely priced admission, was within walking distance of their B&B in Paris, and they had read good reviews from people who had visited and enjoyed it.
From Fodors Travel Guide
Mark this down as one of Paris's most distinctive—and fascinating—collections around the theme of "humans and nature." The museum, housed in the gorgeous 17th-century Hôtel de Guénégaud, features lavishly appointed rooms stocked with animal- and hunt-themed art and sculpture by the likes of Rubens and Gentileschi, as well as antique weaponry and taxidermy interspersed with contemporary works by artists such as Jeff Koons, Sophie Calle, and Walton Ford. In a tribute to Art Nouveau, the decor incorporates chandeliers and railings curled like antlers. Older kids will appreciate the jaw-dropping Trophy Room's impressive menagerie of beasts, not to mention the huge polar bear stationed outside. There is a lovely multimedia exhibit on the myth of the unicorn, as well as charming interactive displays on antique weaponry and bird calls. Temporary exhibits take place on the first floor, with works scattered throughout the permanent collection. There's also a spacious café.
Many of the rather bizarre creatures are crafted out of fabric.
The rooms of the old hotel are elegant and used to advantage for the always interesting displays.
There is quirky mix of old and new, taxidermy animals, and contemporary and classic art related to nature.
Cards and a pillow cover purchased as souvenirs in the gift shop
All photos are from my family albums
