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This is an interesting museum devoted to the history of the hospitals in Paris. From the foundation of the Hôtel-Dieu in the 7th century to the beginning of the 20th century, the Musée de l'Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris looks at the changes and innovations, both technical and political, which have shaped public healthcare in France.

Located in the 17th century Miramion private mansion, the Musée de l'Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris provides a unique insight into the history of public health and social services.

The museum employs a range of artifacts, equipment, paintings, etchings, photographs, archives, pharmacy items, and furniture to tell the great history of public hospitals and the shifting attitude toward public health.

The collection is fascinating and insightful even if at times it can be a little disturbing to look with modern eyes on the apparent barbarity of medical practitioners of old.

The Musée de l'Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris also has a very fine medicinal herb garden situated behind it. It is a beautiful and quite relaxing place to spend some time and give thanks that we are no longer at the mercies of 12th century doctors. With the Paris Pass you can discover all that this great museum has to offer, for free.