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Musee des Beaux Arts, Nimes

Museum of fine arts in the centre of Nimes

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This museum was founded in 1821 and the collection was originally housed in the Maison Carree, moving to its current location in 1907.

Private collections made up of many Roman period pieces started the original museum collection, which has now been added to with a number of old masters paintings and works by amateur artists.

The museum is now home to a little under 4000 works of art including pieces by 15th, 16th and 17th century artists - with Rubens and Paul Delaroche amongst them.

The permanent collection is free to visit although expect to pay 3 euros to visit one of their temporary exhibitions.

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When to come

Open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00. Closed on 1st January, 1st May, 1st November and 25th December.

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