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Origin and history

The Musée d'Art moderne Richard-Anacréon is a space dedicated to contemporary art located in Granville, in the Manche department. He owes his name to Richard Anacreon (1907-1992), a bookseller and collector born in the same city. His passion for art led him to gather an important collection of paintings, graphic arts and bibliophile works, which he finally left in Granville, allowing the creation of this museum.

The museum has found its place in the premises of the former Paul Bert School, a converted building to accommodate both permanent works from Anacreon's legacy and temporary exhibitions. These regularly enrich the cultural offer of the place, attracting a varied audience. The institution is thus part of a dynamic of valuing the local and national artistic heritage.

Although the details of its exact period of foundation are not specified in the available sources, the museum asserts itself as a key player in the diffusion of modern art in Normandy. Its territorial anchor, coupled with the wealth of bequeathed collections, makes it a reference point for art lovers and researchers.

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