LaM, Art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France
LaM is an art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq housing galleries dedicated to modern art, contemporary works, and art brut collections. The building also features a sculpture park and holds over 8,000 artworks spanning painting, sculpture, and other media.
The museum opened in 1983 and received the status of registered historical monument in 2000 due to its architectural significance. This recognition reflects the building's value both as a structure and as an art institution.
The museum displays works by artists such as Picasso, Braque, and Modigliani, representing different artistic movements from the 20th and 21st centuries. Visitors can explore painting, sculpture, and other media that show various forms of artistic expression side by side.
The museum features wheelchair access throughout its exhibition spaces and sculpture park. Visitors should allow plenty of time to explore the different collections and outdoor areas.
The museum is one of the few institutions that presents modern art, contemporary works, and art brut simultaneously under one roof. This unusual combination allows visitors to discover different artistic languages displayed directly alongside each other.
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