Denim, a legendary fabric

Jean, denim, blue jeans... so many names for a world-famous fabric. But is it really the same fabric? What makes denim so special? Does it really originate from our city? What are the links between Nîmes serge, made from wool and silk, and the famous blue pants that have become a symbol of globalization and over-consumption? From the Agau district to the Cité des Sciences de La Villette's immersive exhibition in the Jesuit chapel, let us tell you the story of this legendary fabric.

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