Heritage House

The Heritage House in Kembs offers a captivating journey through time, exploring the rich and varied history of the town from Antiquity to the present day. Its permanent exhibitions reveal the major stages of the territory's and its inhabitants' evolution, highlighting key periods such as the Gallo-Roman era, rural life of the past, and the region's industrial development. Through immersive staging, objects, testimonies, and archival documents, each room provides a lively and accessible dive into the local past, allowing visitors to discover this history in a concrete and engaging way.

Throughout the year, temporary exhibitions complement the visit, shedding new light on various themes related to the history and traditions of Kembs and its surroundings.

Just a few steps away, the Ebner House, an authentic Alsatian house built in the 1800s, stands directly opposite the Heritage House. Formerly inhabited by the Ebner family, this home was acquired by the town and lovingly restored by volunteers dedicated to preserving its authenticity and old-world charm. Today, it allows visitors to immerse themselves in traditional Alsatian daily life, offering a complementary experience to exploring the local heritage.