The Cultural Beacon of Montmartre: Halle Saint-Pierre
Located at No. 2 rue Ronsard, in the heart of Montmartre in the 18th arrondissement of Paris, the Halle Saint-Pierre stands as a monumental cultural center, embracing the architectural elegance of the Baltard style. This dynamic space, encompassing a museum, an auditorium, a gallery, a bookshop, and a café, serves as a vibrant hub for artistic and cultural activities. It is renowned for hosting an extensive array of temporary exhibitions that explore the depths of singular art, outsider art, folk art, contemporary art, naive art, and more, featuring the contributions of nearly 500 artists. The museum’s collection, boasting over 600 works, spans a diverse range of artistic expressions including paintings, sculptures, textile works, glass creations, and paper-based art, encapsulating modernism, cubism, fauvism, surrealism, abstraction, expressionism, and futurism. Unique among Parisian museums, the Halle Saint-Pierre dedicates itself to the celebration of naive art, prominently showcased through the Max Fourny collection in permanent exhibitions. Open daily, the Halle Saint-Pierre invites visitors to immerse themselves in its artistic offerings, accessible via bus lines No. 30, 54, 84, and the Abbesses and Anvers metro stations, from Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM, Saturdays, 10 AM to 7 PM, and Sundays, 11 AM to 6 PM.
Evolution and Artistic Revival at Halle Saint-Pierre
The origins of the Halle Saint-Pierre trace back to 1868 when a disciple of Baltard erected a hall at the base of Montmartre, initially serving as a market before transitioning into a school. By 1986, this structure underwent a transformation into the cultural center known today as the Halle Saint-Pierre. A pivotal moment in its history occurred in 1995 with the exhibition “Gross and Art Company, the hidden face of contemporary art,” marking a significant milestone by uniting six museums under one roof for the first time. This event not only celebrated the resurgence of singular art and outsider art in France but also laid the groundwork for a cultural project enriched with a plethora of events ranging from historical exhibitions like “India, art brut and singular,” “Haiti, angel and devil,” to thematic explorations such as Delirium of Writing, Imaginary Civilizations, and Smugglers of Light, alongside monographic and collective exhibitions featuring artists like Armand Avril, René Moreu, Marie Morel, and Jean Rustin. From September 18, 2013, to August 22, 2014, the Halle Saint-Pierre dedicated itself to showcasing Raw Vision in an exhibition titled “25 Years of Art Brut,” highlighting its commitment to promoting artistic creation and practices that embody the essence of singular art and art brut. The gallery within the hall serves as a launching pad for emerging talent, offering monthly showcases, while its library, a treasure trove of writings and books, acts as a vital resource for collectors, enthusiasts, and visitors alike. Embracing a wide range of cultural events, from children’s shows to poetic and literary evenings and gatherings of independent publishers, the Halle Saint-Pierre continues to be a focal point for cultural and artistic exchange in Paris.
Shuttle Transfer to Halle Saint Pierre in Paris
Our team, specializing in luxury shuttle transfers from Parisian airports to monuments, cool places, & shopping in Paris, will meet you at the airport to take you to the Halle Saint-Pierre. The venue is located 28.7 kilometers from Orly Airport, 23.9 km from Roissy Charles de Gaulle Airport, and 85.3 km from Beauvais Airport.
