Maisons Satie

Maisons Satie is a birth house museum housed in two connected half-timbered buildings near the harbor, with exhibition spaces spread across multiple levels and rooms. The houses display objects from the life of composer Erik Satie that trace his artistic journey.

The composer Erik Satie was born in this building in 1866, and the structure later received official protection as a listed monument. The space opened as a museum in 1998 to preserve his life and creative legacy.

The rooms where Satie grew up display his belongings and papers, with his compositions playing through headphones as you move through the house. This sound experience helps visitors step into the world the composer inhabited.

The two buildings sit in Honfleur's old town within walking distance of other museums and attractions. A combined ticket system offers access to multiple institutions across the city, making it simple to visit several places.

The exhibition features unusual mechanical installations including a large monkey, a winged pear, and a musical carousel. These whimsical objects reflect Satie's experimental approach to art and his playful sense of imagination.

Location: Honfleur

Official opening: June 21, 1998

Address: 88 90 rue Haute

GPS coordinates: 49.42340,0.23027

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:02