Espace Van Gogh, Cultural center in Arles, France.
Espace Van Gogh is a multifunctional cultural center in Arles that houses a central courtyard garden, exhibition spaces, and a municipal library. The complex combines open public areas with enclosed rooms designed for rotating displays and community events.
The building served as a hospital from the 16th century and became significant in Vincent van Gogh's life when he underwent medical treatment there in 1888. It continued operating in this capacity until 1974, after which it was transformed into a public cultural space.
The inner courtyard displays plants and a layout that mirrors Van Gogh's 1889 painting 'The Hospital Garden at Arles'. Visitors can walk through the same green spaces and pathways that the artist captured.
The courtyard and garden are typically free to visit and open to the public during daytime hours, though exhibition spaces may have different conditions. It is worth checking opening times in advance, as these can vary depending on the season or special events.
The site preserves one of the rooms where Van Gogh stayed during his medical care, with original architecture from that era still visible. This room shows how the actual space was arranged during the time the artist spent there.
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