European Heritage Days at the Musée Rodin in Meudon
Dive in the captivating atmosphere of the sculptor's studio
On September 21 and 22, 2024, the Rodin Museum in Meudon opens its doors to you for the European Heritage Days.
On this occasion, you can discover the sculptor's home, take part in whirlwind tours, visit unusual areas for the first time, take part in a creative workshop with artist Lou Motin, or win surprise prizes by getting our quiz right!
From Saturday to Sunday, come to Meudon for a unique experience of sculpture deep in Auguste Rodin's work.
Please bare in mind, all activities are led in French.
30-minute discovery tour of the Musée de Meudon
Come and discover this very important place for the art of Auguste Rodin. In around thirty minutes, a tour guide will give you all the keys you need to immerse yourself in this house-workshop dedicated to creation.
No reservation required.
No reservation required.
- Saturday and Sunday from 10.30am to 12pm. Departures at 10.30 am, 11 am and 11.30 am in front of the Villa des Brillants.
Opening of the second floor of the villa
Take a rare glimpse into the sculptor's private life by discovering his bedroom on the second floor of the Villa des Brillants. For the occasion, these spaces will be adorned with rarely-seen objects and accessories.
- Saturday and Sunday | 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. | rendez-vous in front of the Villa des Brillants
- Ages 12 and up
Rewriting Antiquity’ family workshop
With the artist Lou Motin, weave links and connections between works from the distant past in Rodin's collection and your own imagination... The small modelled and engraved clay tiles assembled during the workshop will make up an evolving installation.
- Saturday and Sunday from 2.30pm to 5.30pm, non-stop. Meet at the educational area. For all ages from 4 upwards.
Open house for the Maison des Ateliers at Source Garouste - Des Brillants
Located in a cottage in the grounds of the museum, the Maison des Ateliers offers artists residencies throughout the year. Created in 1991 on the initiative of the painter Gérard Garouste, La Source is an association with a social and educational vocation through artistic expression, aimed at children and young people in difficulty and their families. Discover the work of artist Kuamen, in residence from 15 September to 15 December 2024.
- Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 6pm at the Maison des Ateliers.
A picnic in Meudon
To accompany your discovery, the Market Canteen will be offering a range of original food and drink to suit all tastes.
- Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 6pm.
Quiz and gift ‘Rodin in Meudon
Test your knowledge of sculpture and Rodin in this quiz. And if you get it right, you'll be in with a chance of winning surprise prizes (mugs, notebooks, postcards, etc.).
- All weekend from 10am to 6pm, in front of the glass house at the Villa des Brillants.
Practice Drawing independently
Throughout the day, drawing materials will be available to the public in the Galerie des Plâtres. Whether you're a budding draughtsman or an experienced one, everyone is welcome to borrow our pencils and explore all the details of Auguste Rodin's work.
- All weekend from 10am to 6pm. In front of the Galerie des Plâtres. Open to all. Materials provided.
Vue de l'oeuvre
Exhibition(s) location(s)
musée Rodin Meudon
19 av. Auguste Rodin, 92190 Meudon
Date(s)
21 - 22 September 2024
Price(s)
Free and open admission.
No reservations required.
Additional information
Download
- Communiqué de Presse : Journées européennes du Patrimoine 2024 au musée Rodin de Meudon(pdf, 551 ko)
