The Nantes Museum of Art
A benchmark among French museums, the Musée d'arts de Nantes is one of the few fine arts museums to have continually enriched its collections with works by living artists. Today, it offers a veritable journey through the history of art, with over 900 works (paintings, sculptures, photographs, videos and installations) ranging from ancient to contemporary art.
The project
The Musée d'arts de Nantes bases its project on a bold, evolving strategy, in tune with its audiences and social phenomena. Between innovation, accessibility and openness to the world, the museum combines a sensitive approach and a visitor experience.
The missions
From the management of works of art to their conservation, from the conceptualization of exhibitions to their realization, from the reception of visitors to their transmission to the public of today and tomorrow, the museum does everything in its power to fulfill the missions assigned to it.
The story
From its beginnings as the Musée des Beaux Arts to the Musée d'arts de Nantes, this Nantes-based institution has never ceased to evolve since its creation. A singular history, enriched by the determination of local and international players who have gradually shaped the identity of the largest museum in Western France.
Spaces
Restoring more than just works of art! Since its reopening in 2017, following renovation and extension work, the Musée d'arts de Nantes has benefited from numerous exhibition spaces and user services. Between historic and contemporary architecture, the visitor experience is unique!
Backstage
Go behind the scenes at the Musée d'arts de Nantes. From the hanging and dismantling of exhibitions, to jobs and areas inaccessible to the general public, such as the Cabinet d'arts graphiques, you'll discover what goes on behind the scenes...