Centre d'Art et d'Histoire André Auclair, Art and history museum in Cruas, France.
Description
The Centre d'Art et d'Histoire André Auclair is an art museum housed in a 1920s building displaying around 300 works across two floors. The collection combines various art forms and is regularly complemented by rotating exhibitions.
History
The museum was established in 1987 to honor the legacy of André Auclair, a painter and ceramist from the Ardèche region who lived from 1893 to 1976. His artistic work forms the foundation of the permanent collection.
Culture
The center displays works by contemporary artists working with wood, iron, and stone. Visitors can observe how local and regional creators use traditional craft techniques in their practice.
Practical
The museum is free to visit and open Wednesday through Sunday from 2 PM to 6 PM; group visits are available by appointment. Check ahead as opening hours may vary by season.
Did you know?
The museum presents an exhibition about the industrial limestone extraction in the region during the 18th and 19th centuries. This section reveals an often-overlooked aspect of local economic history.
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