Espace Monet Rollinat
About This Museum
Tucked away in the village of Fresselines, this isn't your typical grand museum. It's a quiet homage to a specific, luminous moment when two great artists—the painter Claude Monet and the writer Maurice Rollinat—found profound inspiration in the wild confluence of the Creuse rivers right here. The Espace celebrates that unique creative collision. It feels more like stepping into a shared story than a gallery.
Collection Highlights
You'll find reproductions of the remarkable 23 paintings Monet created during his stay, letting you see the local landscape through his eyes. Alongside them are Rollinat's original manuscripts and personal effects, giving voice to the poet who was so captivated by the same scenery. Temporary exhibitions often delve deeper into other artists drawn to this region.
Visitor Information
It's a wonderfully intimate place to spend an hour; you can almost feel the history in the air. Afterwards, do what Monet did—take the short walk down to the 'Two Waters' viewpoint and see the magic of the spot for yourself.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a charming, unassuming stone building that feels as much a part of the village as the landscape it celebrates.
Contact & Location
Address: 2, Allée Fernand Maillaud, Le Palot, Fresselines, Guéret, Creuse, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France métropolitaine, 23450, France
Phone: +33 5 55 89 27 73
Website: Visit Website
