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RUE DU CLOÎTRE 4, 1204 GENF
The MIR ( International Museum of the
Reformation ) in Geneva retraces the history of the
Reformation movement initiated by Martin Luther ,
John Calvin and others . Through objects , books ,
manuscripts , paintings and engravings , the
museum tells the story of the movement that
spread in part from Geneva during the
16thcentury and grew into one of the main
families of Christian churches .
In 2007 , the Museum won the Council of Europe
Museum Prize . This important distinction has
been handed out every year since 1977 to an
institution that makes a significant contribution
to our understanding of the cultural heritage of
Europe . The prize aims to promote greater
awareness of the rich diversity of European
culture . It is awarded by the Commission for
Culture , Science and Education of the
Parliamentary Assembly based on the
recommendations of the Committee of the
European Museum Forum .
The Museum is located on Cour Saint - Pierre in the
magnificent Maison Mallet . This historic dwelling
was built during the 18th century on the former
site of the cathedral cloisters where the
Reformation was voted in 1536 .
The Museum , together with the archaeological
site , the Cathedral and its towers , comprise
Espace Saint - Pierre , a unique cultural attraction
in Geneva .