The Musée Édith Piaf is a private museum dedicated to singer Édith Piaf located in the 11th arrondissement at 5, rue Crespin du Gast, Paris, France. It is open by appointment; admission is free.[1]

Musée Édith Piaf
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Established1977
Location5, rue Crespin du Gast, 75011 Paris
Coordinates48°51′58″N 2°22′54″E / 48.86617°N 2.38172°E / 48.86617; 2.38172
TypePrivate memorabilia collection
Visitorsfree, by appointment only
DirectorFriends of Édith Piaf Association
CuratorBernard Marchois
Public transit accessMénilmontant

The museum was created by Bernard Marchois, author of two Piaf biographies, and occupies two rooms within a private apartment. It contains memorabilia including her china collection, gold and platinum records, dress and shoes, photographs, fan letters, sheet music, posters, and recordings.

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  1. ^ "Le Musée d'Edith Piaf: a little-known Paris museum". The Guardian. June 1, 2012. Retrieved 6 July 2016.