Saint-Paul de Vence Museums

La Fondation Maeght:
art in the heart of nature

The Marguerite and Aimé Maeght Foundation is the fruit of artists and an architect, Josep Lluis Sert. It breathes art and celebrates art. Exhibitions, set against a backdrop of greenery, are strong and eclectic. The Foundation boasts almost 9,000 works of art, offering an exceptional and panoramic overview of modern and contemporary art. Léger, Braque and Giacometti continue to watch over the spirit of the place. The gardens are conducive to contemplation; take a stroll in its fairytale universe peopled with sculptures and harbouring a maze designed by Miro.

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Saint-Paul's Museum

Since the day it opened in 1964, the museum has enjoyed close ties with the artistic world.

Thanks to the André Verdet Donation, Saint-Paul's museum is to stage a series of exhibitions of works that have never been shown before, painted by great artists whom the artist knew.

Local History Museum:
the Past in pictures

Devoted to local history, this museum is like a time-travel capsule, plunging visitors into a medieval atmosphere. Man has preserved some of his roots; they help us to understand the present and to appreciate the remains that surround us. Wax figures and period costumes (produced by the Musée Grévin, the famous waxworks museum in Paris) help to conjure up the greatest hours in Saint-Paul's history.

White Penitents' Chapel decorated by Folon

"It is a true joy to create something spiritual, to try to grasp the deep meaning of a place"

Decorating the Chapelle des Pénitents Blancs (17th century) was one of the last commissions undertaken by the Belgian artist Folon, who died in 2005. Inaugurated in June 2008, the chapel highlights the close relations Folon enjoyed with craftsmen, his conception of the stained glass window and sculpture, his fascination with light… These pointers all serve to guide us as we explore the artist's world.

"Because the White Penitents cared for others, I am going to create open hands that symbolize the spirit of giving, water to drink, fruit to eat and a rainbow for dreams…"

You are welcome to download the Guide to Folon tour

IMPORTANT

THE MAEGHT FOUNDATION IS CLOSED FOR RENOVATION WORKS

From 27 november 2009 to 31 march 2010
Fondation Marguerite et Aimé Maeght - 623 chemin des Gardettes

The Maeght Foundation is closed for renovation works until spring, 2010.

During this period, museum and gardens will not be accessible to the visitors but the team of the Maeght Foundation will remain available by phone, fax and mail:

Fondation Maeght, 06570 Saint-Paul, France
Tel : + 33 (0)4 93 32 81 63
Fax : + 33 (0)4 93 32 53 22
contact@fondation-maeght.com

To know more:
www.fondation-maeght.com

Montée des Trious - Saint Paul
Tel. 04 93 32 81 63
Fax 04 93 32 53 22
www.fondation-maeght.com
accueil@fondation-maeght.com
From 1/07 to 30/09: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
From 1/10 to 30/06: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

There is a possibility of guided tours: 4 € per person (+ the entrance fee). Guided tours for groups of ten people or more must have a reservation in advance (according to the availabilities).

Information and Reservation:
Tel. 04 93 32 81 63 or
visitesguidees@fondation-maeght.com

Prices: €11, €9 groups and students, under 10-year-olds: free.

Subject to increase for temporary exhibitions.

2 rue Grande - Saint Paul
Tel. 04 93 32 86 95
Fax 04 93 32 60 27

From 1/06 to 30/09:
10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

From 1/10 to 31/05:
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Closed from 1PM to 2PM at the weekend and on bank holidays.

Free entrance

Place de l'église - Saint Paul
Tel. 04 93 32 41 13

TIMES:
Open every day:
From April 1 to October 31, from 10am to midday and from 3 to 6pm.
From December 1 to March 31, from 2 to 5pm.
Closed in November, on December 25 and January 1.

Prices: combined ticket for Local History Museum + White Penitents' Chapel decorated by Folon:
• €3 per person
• €2 reduced price
Tickets on sale at the Musée d'Histoire Locale.

Place de l’Eglise - Saint-Paul
Tél. 04 93 32 86 95

Times and prices:
Open every day:
From April 1 to October 31, from 10am to midday and from 3 to 6pm.
From December 1 to March 31, from 2 to 5pm.
The chapel is closed in November, on December 25 and January 1.

Prices: combined ticket for White Penitents' Chapel decorated by Folon + Local History Museum:
• €3 per person
• €2 reduced price
Tickets on sale opposite the chapel at the Musée d'Histoire Locale.

GUIDED TOUR ON REQUEST.
Price: €5* per person.
*Weekdays. Week tours, with reservation, minimum €30.

Information and reservations at the Tourist Office - 2 rue Grande – Tel. 04 93 32 86 95