Espace Monte-Cristo

Since 2018, the Espace Monte-Cristo has been dedicated to nurturing contemporary sculpture through the promotion and exhibition of works from the Collection Fondation Villa Datris.

Situated in the heart of the Père-Lachaise district, in a 300 m2 former industrial warehouse, the Espace Monte-Cristo presents annual exhibitions exploring new subjects with fresh scenography.

Privatizations can take place on our closing days, or on weekday evenings, depending on our planning and our requirements. We can adapt to requests while respecting the works and exhibition spaces

Opening times and prices

A one-hour visit to discover a marvellous world full of light and colour, a fun visit! Designed for children aged 6 to 12, it allows them to creatively approach the different optical experiences of the works in the exhibition through a dedicated tour, full of experiments. Stereoscopy, moiré, colours... ready to explore the frontiers of our perception? From 6 to 12 years old, free on registration

All visitors have free access to the exhibitions, the play area, the library and the guided tours

Works of the exhibition Cinétique! Sculpture in motion is talkative. Whether static, dynamic or mechanical, the works enables us to discover movement in all its forms. Plan your free visit in the company of a mediator. Every Saturday at 4pm, booking recommended

Free

Works of the exhibition Cinétique! Sculpture in motion is talkative. Whether static, dynamic or mechanical, the works enables us to discover movement in all its forms. Plan your free visit in the company of a mediator. Every Saturday at 4pm, booking recommended

The night affects our perceptions. This is why, once a month, the Espace Monte Cristo opens its doors for a night-time visit! The public can stroll among the works for a few extra hours... All public, free without prior reservation;
Night visit by torchlight
By the light of a torch and guided by a mediator, visitors can enjoy an hour-long tour revealing unsuspected facets of the works. Shadows, reflections, shapes and colours will appear in a new way, a great opportunity to try to grasp the mysteries of the optical illusion! Are you ready to immerse yourself in a unique atmosphere? Open to all, free on registration

Closings

• Ascension Day
• Easter
• 14 July
• 1 May
• 8 May
• 11 November

• Free for young people and children
• Free
• Late opening

Services

• Shop/bookshop
• Educational activities
• Visitor support

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Visits for school groups are offered free of charge throughout the exhibition period. They are intended for children from kindergarten to post-baccalaureate studies and take place on Thursdays and Fridays, starting at 9.30 am.
Booking required on the website of the Espace Monte Cristo

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