Souvenir Medal Monnaie de Paris 2009 - Pachimoch (75)

The Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie is the largest science museum in Europe, located in Paris, in the Parc de la Villette. Inaugurated in 1986, its mission is to promote scientific, technical, and industrial culture to the general public. The museum offers interactive exhibitions, workshops, lectures, and shows covering a wide range of scientific topics, from biology to astronomy, including physics, chemistry, mathematics, and more. Temporary exhibitions on current topics are also organized. The Cité des Sciences plays an essential role in science communication in France, providing educational activities for visitors of all ages and contributing to the understanding of science and technology.