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Origin and history

The Saint-Frajou Museum of Painting, created in 2010, was born from a donation of 30 paintings by artist Ksenia Milicevic to the municipality. Located in the former communal school, abandoned for decades, it aims to make contemporary art accessible in a rural area. The building, built in the early twentieth century, retains its monumental architecture typical of the public buildings of the period, without major modifications to preserve its authenticity.

The permanent collection includes paintings by Milicevic (1986–1998), gouaches and drawings from 1971, and a pinacoteca of drawings of children from 35 countries. A room is dedicated to temporary exhibitions, with partnerships such as that established in 2020 with Les Abattoirs, Toulouse's modern art museum. The museum also organizes events such as the International Children's Painting Biennial and CinéArt sessions.

The former school, located at the entrance of the village on the departmental D52, was chosen for its visibility and accessibility, with adjacent parking. The project is part of a desire to give cultural impetus to the canton of L The interior layout respects the original spirit of the building, with discreet contemporary supports to display the works.

In addition to the exhibitions, the museum offers a media library (books, DVDs, CDs) open on Wednesdays and Saturdays, as well as lectures and readings during winter closures. Its central location, near the town hall and the village square, makes it a meeting place for residents and visitors, while valuing the local heritage.

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