Discover the Reformation from 1517 to the present

The MIR stands where Genevans voted in favour of the Reformation in 1536, and features more than 600 books, manuscripts, engravings, paintings and objects. They tell the story of five centuries of Protestant history marked by an extraordinary figure: John Calvin.

The Many Faces of Theodore Beza

To celebrate the 500th anniversary of his birth in 2019, the MIR presents unique items tracing Theodore Beza’s impressive career.

Luther and Calvin as you have never seen them before

The new introductory film to the MIR

The CineMIR

(re)watch the eleven short films from the exhibition “Once Upon Many Times”

Visit the Museum shop

for interesting presents, souvenirs and books

Support the Museum

The MIR could not exist without the support of generous sponsors.

Make a donation to the MIR

Join the Friends of the Museum

Support the Museum and enjoy many benefits by becoming a member of the Association of the Friends of the MIR. (in French)

« Great understanding of how Reformation plot the history of Switzerland through its role as refuge for the prosecuted and immigration. »

Douglas Wong, June 2018