Fondation Folon, Art museum in La Hulpe, Belgium.
The museum exhibits 500 works including watercolors, etchings, posters, and sculptures within the farmstead of the Solvay Castle, surrounded by 227 hectares of parkland.
Belgian artist Jean-Michel Folon established the foundation in October 2000 to preserve his artistic legacy, which spans from his early works in 1934 until his death in 2005.
The museum features fifteen exhibition rooms with light effects, music, and optical installations that present contemporary Belgian art through multiple artistic mediums.
Located 20 minutes from Brussels, the museum opens Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and weekends from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with varied admission prices.
The museum route was personally designed by Jean-Michel Folon, incorporating interactive elements and scenography that guide visitors through his artistic universe.
Location: La Hulpe
Inception: October 28, 2000
Founders: Jean-Michel Folon
Website: https://fondationfolon.be
GPS coordinates: 50.73225,4.45810
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:43
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