La Halle Saint-Pierre in Paris: the Parisian temple of art brut in Montmartre

A veritable Parisian temple to art brut and singular art, Halle Saint-Pierre awaits you with its temporary exhibitions. This emblematic venue is dedicated to art brut, naïve, outsider and singular. It's a truly atypical cultural center that attracts many visitors every year. With its galleries, auditorium, bookshop (and café), the museum also offers a range of other media to help you understand art brut.

A little history...

A unique museum at the foot of the Butte Montmartre, housed in a steel-framed hall built in 1868 by a pupil of Baltard. The museum's history began as a covered market before it was transformed into a museum in 1986, thanks to the impetus of collector Max Fourny.

Since then, it has become a veritable temple to outsider art, hosting exhibitions of the most unexpected and unusual creations. Among its highlights, the 1995 exhibition"Art Brut et Compagnie" laid the foundations for its cultural programming. The museum also houses an impressive permanent collection of naive art, based on commissions and donations, focusing on the 1970s.

Practical information:

• Address: 2 rue Ronsard, 75018 Paris
• Metro: Anvers (line 2) or Abbesses (line 12)
• Opening hours: Monday to Friday 11am to 6pm, Saturday 11am to 7pm, Sunday 12pm to 6pm
• Admission: Full price €10, concessions €8
• Access: No dedicated parking, cab rank and bus stops nearby.

THE must-see cultural venue for those seeking to discover art forms off the beaten track. Want to drop in?

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