In the centre of Langevin, you will discover the world of the Mine, the Vitrail and the Ironworks
Run by the Association des Anciens Mineurs, the Musée de la Mine Joël-Fontaine was created in the middle of the 70s by former miners who came to work in the steel factories who had at heart to keep their mining heritage and tell the life of the mines. In 1h15 of former minors and children of minors will immerse you in the universe of the Minors of background. The museum presents the different types of galleries, coal recovery, tools and safety materials against accidents, the risks of «gunshots» or «firedamp». A large electrified model of an easel and the reconstruction of a piece of gallery are also major elements of the museum. Numerous documents, objects and images trace the miners' work to the rhythm of technical progress and their daily lives. To introduce young people from the age of 10 to the manufacture of steel from iron ore as well as to adults. The visit lasts about 1 hour. As part of the heritage days, the workshop Le vitrail opens its doors to you to discover the manufacture of stained glass in the form of an exhibition!