Unterlinden Museum, Art and history museum in Colmar, France
The Unterlinden Museum is an art museum housed in a former 13th-century Dominican convent, displaying works from prehistoric times to the present across multiple exhibition areas. The collection spans Roman mosaics, medieval paintings, and contemporary pieces within this historic building.
The museum was established in 1847 starting with a Roman mosaic collection before acquiring a major medieval altarpiece in 1852. This altarpiece became the foundation of one of France's most significant art collections.
The museum displays works by artists whose names are tied to the region's artistic identity. Visitors can see how the local art tradition shaped creative expression over the centuries.
The museum is easily walkable from the city center with clear signage throughout, making it straightforward for visitors to explore all areas. The combination of historic convent spaces and modern exhibition galleries offers a varied experience across multiple levels.
Underground exhibition corridors beneath the building connect the historic convent to a former 19th-century bathhouse, now integrated into the museum space. This hidden link creates an unexpected passage between two completely different architectural eras.
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