Hôtel de Saint-Aignan (Museum of Jewish Art and History)

Where is the Hôtel de Saint-Aignan and what is its address?

The Hôtel de Saint-Aignan is located at 71 Rue du Temple, 75003 Paris.
The Hôtel de Saint-Aignan now houses the Musée d'art et d'histoire du Judaïsme (MahJ), so this is the Museum's address.

For all the latest news from the MahJ, visit the
Musée d'art et d'histoire du Judaïsme website.

Who designed and built the Hôtel de Saint-Aignan?

The Hôtel de Saint-Aignan was designed by architect Pierre Le Muet and built between 1645 and 1650.

Who were the personalities associated with this hotel throughout its history?

The hotel was commissioned by Claude de Mesmes, Comte d'Avaux, negotiator of the Peace of Westphalia and Superintendent of Finances. It was then extended for Paul de Beauvillier, governor of Louis XIV's grandsons, who was also Colbert's son-in-law. Later, Michel-Étienne Turgot and his son Anne, future minister to Louis XVI, lived in the hotel.

What's special about the Hôtel de Saint-Aignan's courtyard façade?

The courtyard façade is remarkable for its colossal Corinthian pilasters framing large windows. What's more, the left side is clad with false windows, which were once Philippe Auguste's ramparts.

What role did the Hôtel de Saint-Aignan play during the French Revolution?

The hotel was severely disfigured during the French Revolution, and was transformed into the town hall of the arrondissement from 1795 to 1823.

What can be found in the Hôtel de Saint-Aignan today?

Today, the Hôtel de Saint-Aignan is home to the Musée d'art et d'histoire du Judaïsme (MahJ), a museum dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of Jewish art and history.

Photos of the Hôtel de Saint-Aignan

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