Events of the Weekend of April 13th and 14th, 2024 in Menton
Events of the Weekend Menton, discover them all!!
Exhibition “Living Art, Form, Movement, Color”
From March 16th to May 18th
The exhibition presents a selection of abstract, expressionist, and surrealist works presented at the Biennales de Menton, a key event for artistic creation in Europe in the second half of the 20th century.
The new exhibition at the Galerie des Musées du Palais de l’Europe, Living Art, Form, Movement, Color, presents a selection of works presented at the Biennales de Menton, a key event for artistic creation in Europe in the second half of the 20th century.
Aim of the exhibition is not to provide an overview of the Biennales, but to focus on painters who have embodied a new form of Abstraction or who have rethought their relationship with the world. Most of these artists came to the forefront after the Liberation, supported by young gallery owners, and achieved success and awards at art fairs and biennials around the world.
https://www.menton.fr/+-Palais-de-l-Europe-+.html
Guided Tour of Le Bastion, Jean Cocteau Museum
The old military fort, built during the reign of Prince Honoré II to prevent Barbary raids, was invested in the 1960s by the artist Jean Cocteau. The prince of poets created his testament museum there…
Individual guided tours: Every Monday and Friday at 2:30 p.m. (except February 22nd and March 1st) €3 + entrance ticket, free for children under 14
Note: Guided tours are not available on days when the museum is free (Heritage Days, etc.).
Group tours by reservation:
Up to 20 people: €90 + entrance fee
From 21 to 30 people: €120 + entrance fee
From 31 to 55 people: €156 + entrance fee
Exhibition: “I Remain with You”
On the occasion of the sixtieth anniversary of the death of Jean Cocteau, the museum that he himself conceived as a testament to his art is returning to its historical layout.
Jean Cocteau died on October 11th, 1963, leaving behind a work as rich as it is incredibly varied. The question of his posterity and the future of his art was one of the artist’s main concerns in his last years, and Menton provided the solution by offering him the Bastion to set up his museum. In this showcase, decorated by Cocteau himself, he wanted to exhibit some of the most emblematic works of his dazzling career: colorful pastels, monumental tapestries, surprising paintings, and bold ceramics make up the original collection of this true testament museum…
Not to mention the famous series of “Lovers,” drawings that perfectly embody the Mediterranean inspiration of the artist. Sixty years after the death of the Prince of Poets, the Musée Jean Cocteau—le Bastion has returned to exhibit his historical work, paying a vibrant tribute to his guardian artist, echoing the words he wanted to be engraved on his tombstone: “Je reste avec vous” (“I remain with you”).
Location: Musée Jean Cocteau—le Bastion Quai Napoléon III Information and Reservations: 04 89 81 52
https://www.museecocteaumenton.fr/
Visit and Tasting of Craft Beers from Menton
Looking for a unique experience in the world of craft beer? Come discover La Mentounasc, the first brewery in Menton! On the agenda: guided tour, immersion in the world of zythology, and tasting of our lemon beers…
La Mentounasc is the story of Alexis, Rémi, and Anthony, three friends passionate about beer and their region who decided to dive into the world of craft beers and participate in this rapidly expanding sector. Are you curious and do you like beer? Come share a moment of conviviality with us! On the agenda: guided tour of the brewery, immersion in the world of zythology, and free tasting of our solar beers. Menton Lemon PGI, Orange Blossom, Lime, our beers with their subtle and balanced aromas will make you share a moment of freshness from the Mentonnais region. Prerequisites: Tasting is reserved for those over 18 years of age.
Location: La Mentounasc – Artisanal Brewery 13 Route de Sospel Information and Reservations: 06 58 14 69
The Antiquities of the Louvre
In the heart of Menton, discover a permanent library-broker in the Hôtel des Ambassadeurs, rich in antiques, modern and ancient books, various objects, and manuscripts.
https://antiquites-du-louvre.myshopify.com/
