Museum of The Finest Craftsmen of France

Opposite the cathedral is the Musée des Meilleurs Ouvriers de France, aka the Museum of The Finest Craftsmen of France. It's housed in the former archiepiscopal palace dating back to the 17th century. This museum traces the history of the aforementioned competition, launched in 1924; long story short, it rewards the skills of workers from over 200 different trades, mostly manual, artisanal and industrial. Inside the museum, you'll find some truly amazing creations by past winners, along with archives, photos, and even medals awarded to the so-called Best Craftsmen of France. It's a fascinating museum, all the more so since it's housed in a historic building which, 4 centuries ago, was home to the Archbishops of Bourges, and then to the 20th-century Town Hall.