Grand Brocante of the Musée de la Vie d'Autrefois

Two Days of Major Brocante at the Foot of a Unique Museum

On June 20 and 21, 2026, the Musée de la Vie d'Autrefois, located in Salins (address: chemin de Frilure), opens its forecourt to one of the finest brocantes in southern Seine-et-Marne. Every year, this annual event attracts thousands of visitors coming to hunt for bargains in an exceptional setting, steps away from an institution that keeps French popular memory alive. Over two full days, from 9am to 6pm, the brocante aisles offer an incredible variety of antique items, quality brocante, collections, and curiosities that will delight both amateurs and the most demanding enthusiasts.

Caroline Margeridon and the Affaire Conclue Team on Site

One of the major attractions of this edition is the announced presence of Caroline Margeridon and her friends from the popular TV show Affaire Conclue aired on France 2. Well-known public figures and passionate antique enthusiasts, they offer free appraisals at the museum entrance, giving visitors an exceptional opportunity to have their own treasures valued and to exchange with recognized specialists. This feature adds an extra dimension to the event and attracts many show fans.

An Exceptional Museum as a Setting

The Musée de la Vie d'Autrefois is a truly unique place in Seine-et-Marne. Dedicated to the daily life of the French between 1800 and 1950, it presents meticulous reconstructions of popular life scenes: farm interiors, classrooms, shops, artisan workshops, village squares... It is a true dive into French social history, an immersion that perfectly complements the brocante spirit. After browsing the forecourt, visitors can extend their visit inside the museum, where admission is at the standard fee. A dream combination of brocante and culture.

Professional and Amateur Exhibitors

The Grand Brocante of the Musée de la Vie d'Autrefois brings together professional antique dealers, seasoned brocanteurs, and amateur exhibitors, in a balanced mix that is the richness of the event. The stand fee of 20€ for a 12 sqm stall (4m x 3m) and 5€ per additional meter makes participation accessible, while welcoming exhibitors from Friday, June 19 at 4pm and Saturday morning at 7am reflects the careful organization of the event. Antique furniture, collector's tableware, old tools, rare books, postcards, prints, jewelry, and curiosities make up an inventory worthy of the venue.

Practical Information for Exhibitors and Visitors

Visitors cannot park their vehicles at their stand during the brocante: a parking lot is provided right in front of the museum. Admission to the brocante is free and open to all, for the whole family. For more information, the museum can be reached at +33 6 86 35 58 45 or +33 1 60 58 72 07, or by email at [email protected]. The museum's official website also presents full details of the event.

An Unmissable Event

Few brocantes combine exhibitor quality, exceptional setting, and prestigious features. The Musée de la Vie d'Autrefois brocante ticks all the boxes and is among the must-sees of spring in Seine-et-Marne. Collectors, vintage decor enthusiasts, decorators, and lovers of French popular history will find over two days plenty of fine discoveries and passionate exchanges. An event to put on the calendar for anyone wishing to experience a great moment of brocante in an authentic setting.

Practical Information

The Grand Brocante takes place on Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 9am to 6pm, on the forecourt of the Musée de la Vie d'Autrefois, in Salins (77148), chemin de Frilure. Free admission for visitors. Parking opposite the museum. Contact: +33 6 86 35 58 45 / +33 1 60 58 72 07 / [email protected].