Guided and commented tour of the Conservatoire de la distribution de l'Electricité, du Gaz et de l'Eclairage public en région parisienne
In its premises in Nanterre (see link http://mege-paris.fr/) the association MEGE (Mémoire de l'électricité du gaz et de l'éclairage public) keeps the materials that tell the story of the distribution of gas and electricity in the Paris region.
You will discover the evolution of techniques and equipment of distribution of gas and electricity, from the nineteenth century to today, an extraordinary collection of light bulbs and lanterns of public lighting, tools, meters, ancient documents, in particular on safety, as well as many models.
You will see the collections of ancient materials that have been used to distribute electricity and gas energy and illuminate public spaces and monuments as well as the evolution over time of metering devices for electricity and gas.
Finally, an exhibition of many models of vehicles used by distributors over the past 70 years will be presented.
During your visit, you will be accompanied by electricians and gas makers who will share their passion for distribution.