In Châtillon, the Maison des Arts—a villa devoted to creation—serves as a hub for contemporary art. This centre d’art contemporain has, since 1993, occupied a former manor house in the heart of the town, whose history intertwines with that of Louis Hachette, the renowned French publisher of the 19th century.
Before it became an exhibition space, the Maison des Arts de Châtillon was first an old dwelling, steeped in centuries of history. Its origins date back to the 15th century, tied to an ancient building associated with Robert Gaguin, a Renaissance humanist. The site would then undergo several transformations, eventually taking the form of a master's house remodeled in the 19th century.
This cultural address owes part of its current face to Louis Hachette, a towering figure in French publishing. Founder of the Hachette house, he belongs to the ranks of the great book entrepreneurs who propelled the rise of reading and publishing in the 19th century. In Châtillon, his tenure left an architectural mark as the residence was renovated under his ownership.
Since the 1990s, it has evolved into an artistic villa—a cultural hub that pulses to a program of exhibitions and events, both inside and in its garden.
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Dates and Opening Time
Next days
Saturday:
from 02:00 p.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Sunday:
from 02:00 p.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Tuesday:
from 04:00 p.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Wednesday:
from 04:00 p.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Thursday:
from 04:00 p.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Friday:
from 04:00 p.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Location
Châtillon Arts Center
11 Rue de Bagneux
92320 Chatillon
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Official website
www.maisondesartschatillon.fr
