Carre d'Art Museum, Nimes
Museum of contemporary art, research space, library & bookshop
Not only is this modern building home to the museum of contemporary art, but it also houses Nimes central library.
It faces the famous Maison Carré which you can enjoy a great view of from the coffee shop on site.
Started in 1986 with substantial State backing, the contemporary art museum’s collection includes nearly 480 items spanning from 1960 to the present day.
You'll find works by Mario Merz, Giuseppe Penone, Alighiero Boetti and Giovanni Anselmo. Also included are major works by American artists like Richard Artschwager, Allan Kaprow, Joseph Kosuth and Christopher Wool. Part of the collection is devoted to German painting, with works by Gerhard Richter, Sigmar Polke and Albert Oehlen and installations by Thomas Schütte.
Walid Raad, Ryan Gander, Philippe Parreno and Taryn Simon are among recent acquisitions and loans.
The museum is home to permanent collections and also temporary exhibits and events throughout the year.
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When to come
The museum is open From Tuesday to Friday from 14:00 to 18:00 in the morning: by appointment and on Saturday from 10:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 18:00. Closed on public holidays.
