The museum showcases pieces from the former Industrial Museum of Roubaix, founded in 1835. In addition to its permanent textile exhibit, the collection includes ceramics by Picasso and Chagall, sculptures from Rodin, Giacometti, and Lipchitz, drawings, prints, paintings from celebrated local artists, and an exhibit devoted to the history of Roubaix. There’s also a rotating roster of temporary shows from modern and contemporary artists. The museum has a restaurant featuring an outdoor terrace overlooking a garden.
The museum regularly offers guided group tours of the collections—themes range from masonic symbols in the building’s architecture to an overview of the female artists featured. Contact the museum for scheduling and reservations. If you plan on visiting the Manufacture des Flandres or the Villa Cavrois, special combination tickets are available and can be purchased directly from the museum by cash or credit card.