Go out Museums and heritage Temporary exhibitions The Rouen museums celebrate Impressionism with 6 exhibitions The impressionist movement is in the spotlight at the Réunion des Musées Métropolitains (RMM) in Rouen! No less than six exhibitions and three artistic projects are proposed in four museums of the agglomeration, the opportunity to (re)discover major artists as well as lesser known figures such as the ceramist Camille Moreau-Nélaton, the photographer Antonin Personnaz, […] September 10, 2020September 13, 2020
Go out Monuments and castles Museums and heritage Valençay : the castle of Talleyrand. History and visit The castle of Valençay is one of the great sites of the Loire Valley, just like Chenonceau, Cheverny or Chambord. Known to have been the residence of Talleyrand, the domain of Valençay has however a long history behind it when the famous diplomat acquired it in 1803. What is the history of the Valençay castle? […] September 8, 2020September 13, 2020
Go out Monuments and castles Museums and heritage The amazing story of the Palais Jacques Cœur of Bourges In Bourges the Palais Jacques Coeur is a 15th century mansion that marked a turning point in the history of architecture. Built by the rich merchant Jacques Coeur, it will never be inhabited by its owner, who fell into disgrace a few years before the end of the construction. To visit the Palais Jacques Coeur […] September 4, 2020September 13, 2020
Go out Museums and heritage The Martell Foundation: the new place(s) to be in Cognac ! The town of Cognac is witnessing the birth of a fine cultural institution: for the past four years the Martell company foundation has been gradually taking its bearings in a former factory with the ambition of establishing a center dedicated to contemporary creation but also to know-how. Let’s discover it… When industrial heritage gives way […] August 10, 2020September 2, 2020
Go out Monuments and castles Museums and heritage The Monte-Cristo castle: the earthly paradise of Alexandre Dumas With its neo-renaissance architecture and its English garden the small Monte Cristo castle catches the eyes. Situated in the Yvelines in France, not far from Saint-Germain-en-Laye, it was built on the initiative of the writer Alexandre Dumas who was not able to enjoy it for very long… What is the history of the castle of […] August 2, 2020August 18, 2020
Go out Monuments and castles Museums and heritage The little-known history of the Montmartre Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Paris Perched on top of the Montmartre hill the Sacré-Cœur is an emblematic monument of Paris. With its white stones and neo-Byzantine architecture, it contributes to the charm of Montmartre. But what is the history of the Sacré-Cœur basilica? Did you know that it was built in reaction to more than a century of war and […] July 31, 2020August 13, 2020
Find authentic artworks at affordable prices with Browsart Although art galleries give the impression that they are reserved for insiders and rich wallets, you don’t have to be a millionaire to start a collection! It is even easy to acquire unique artworks for only a few dozen euros and give your home an original decor. The Browsart website allows you to easily discover […] April 15, 2021April 15, 2021
Grant Wood’s American Gothic: the hidden meanings of a masterpiece Grant Wood’s American Gothic is a world-famous painting, so much so that it is considered to be the most misappropriated painting in art history! But do you know its history and hidden meanings? In what context was this painting created? Who are the two characters? Why does it have the title “American Gothic”? Analysis of […] April 13, 2021April 14, 2021
The unusual Désert de Retz, the garden of Enlightenment. In France, not far from Paris, in Chambourcy, a garden deserves to be discovered. The Désert de Retz, a witness to the Age of Enlightenment, is a place steeped in history as well as an invitation to contemplation. Why is it called that? What is its history? And what can you see there? Let’s go […] April 9, 2021April 9, 2021
At the Versailles palace, the rebirth of the King’s corner cabinet At the Versailles palace, the King’s Corner Cabinet has just been restored to its former glory after 18 months of work. This room, which bears witness to the intimacy of the monarchs, allows us to discover one of the masterpieces of French furniture: the cylinder secretary ordered by Louis XV. One room, many lives The […] April 7, 2021April 7, 2021
The March playlist: 15 new tracks to listen to Every month, Culturez-vous presents a playlist of recently released tracks. In this 79th playlist, you will find: SLUMB, Kadebostany, Rone and Dominique A, Arman Méliès, Maude, Gaetan Roussel, Catastrophe, Carole Masseport and Jp Nataf, Chien noir, L’Impératrice, Blood Wizard, Rouge Congo, Massto, Olivier Marois and Eydis Evensen. Also find this playlist on Youtube, Deezer and Spotify ! Header pic : […] March 26, 2021March 26, 2021