La Friche, Cultural center in Belle de Mai district, Marseille, France
Description
La Friche is a cultural center housed in a former industrial building with theaters, exhibition spaces, and performance venues. The site also features public areas including a playground, sports field, skatepark, restaurant, and a café with a bookshop.
History
The site was originally a tobacco factory before transforming into a cultural space in 1990. This conversion marked a shift from industrial production to artistic and cultural activity.
Culture
The space brings together artists working in theater, music, visual arts, and performance who present their work to the public year-round. You can experience how these different art forms coexist and shape the character of the Belle de Mai neighborhood.
Practical
The public areas are open daily from 11:00 to 19:00 and free to access without any reservation needed. Check ahead about special events or exhibitions that might have different conditions or require advance planning.
Did you know?
The rooftop functions as an elevated public gathering space that hosts outdoor cinema and community events. This raises the experience above street level and offers a different way to see the city.
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