Musée Tomi Ungerer / Centre international de l'illustration, Art museum and illustration center in Strasbourg, France
The Musée Tomi Ungerer is an art museum and international illustration center housing a collection of 14,000 drawings by illustrator Tomi Ungerer. The works are organized into sections covering children's books, satire, and advertising illustrations.
The museum first opened on November 2, 2007, and received the designation of 'musée de France' in June 2008, marking its national importance. This recognition confirmed the institution's status as a place of cultural significance.
The museum displays works from contemporary illustrators alongside pieces by Ungerer, creating a dialogue between different artistic generations. This arrangement lets visitors follow how illustration evolved as an art form across decades.
Visitors can explore the galleries during regular opening hours and should note that accessibility for people with mobility challenges may be limited due to the building's layout. It is wise to check the website ahead of time or plan your visit accordingly.
The collection includes illustrations addressing social justice themes, showing how artistic expression connects with social movements. These works reveal how artists contributed to important debates of their time through their drawings.
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