Every year in May, the European Night of Museums promises some wonderful surprises in the Cévennes d'Ardèche. This year, two of the region's iconic museums— Castanea in Joyeuse and Vans museum — open their doors wide for an evening rich in sharing, music and encounters.
Two museums, two atmospheres, one desire: to share culture differently
Whether you are a heritage enthusiast, a curious music lover or simply looking for an original outing, this Night of Museums has a special moment in store for you, free and open to allWith family, friends or alone, come and experience a different cultural evening in the heart of the Cévennes d'Ardèche!
A great opportunity to experience culture differently… and for free!
🌰 At Castanea: immersion in the chestnut universe
À Castanea, Ardèche chestnut discovery area, it is a real moment of exchange which awaits you. A chestnut grower A local will come to meet you to share their craft, their techniques, their history, and reveal all the secrets of this iconic fruit. A friendly immersion into a living heritage. Also enjoy a free, self-guided tour of the museum.
📅 Saturday May 17 from 18 a.m. to 20 p.m.
🎶 In Les Vans: a cultural and musical evening
The side of Vans museum, the atmosphere becomes more musical and the evening promises to be rich in new experiences with a three-part program :
- At 18 p.m.: Free guided tour of the exhibition “Enigmatic engraved rocks of the Cévennes”, to (re)discover it in a new light.
🔗 More information about the guided tour
- At 19 p.m.: Immersive concert “Galaxies”, a unique sound and sensory experience. Frédéric Bosquet will reveal all the secrets of the euphone, this original musical instrument invented in 1789 and which he revisits in a modern version.
🔗 Learn more about “Galaxies”
- At 20:30 p.m.: Musical conference “Euphonia”, an experimental concert bringing together Frédéric BOUSQUET on euphones, Cyril CAMBON on electronic percussion and Gerardo DI GIUSTO on piano for a moment of exceptional musicality.
🔗 Learn more about “Euphonia”
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