The Saint-Cyprien Collections were established from the legacy of painter François Desnoyer (1894–1972), who moved to Sète in 1945 and passed away in Saint-Cyprien. Close to Jean Olibo, the visionary mayor he met in 1963, he created his own foundation in the town on his recommendation.

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Saint-Cyprien Collections

A must-see exhibition venue offering a unique artistic experience.

The Saint-Cyprien Collections are founded on the legacy of François Desnoyer, comprising more than 700 works, enriched by acquisitions of 19th- and 20th-century paintings. The Collections open a window onto local creation, a way to highlight the artistic resources of a region.

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A Walk Through the Artists’ World

Dive into the fascinating world of the Collections de Saint-Cyprien and discover unique exhibitions throughout the year.

Ben&Sara – New Dreams

Saint-Cyprien Events Calendar

EXPOSITION “MON MONDE A MOI” DE DANIELE MARQUETTE – CHEZ ARABESQUE

EXPOSITION “MON MONDE A MOI” DE DANIELE MARQUETTE – CHEZ ARABESQUE

13 October 2026

Tuesday 13 October at 6.00 pm and from Wednesday 14 to Saturday 17 October from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm and from…

CAFE-DIABETE : LITTERATIE EN SANTE

CAFE-DIABETE : LITTERATIE EN SANTE

13 October 2026

The ‘Diabetes Café – Health Literacy’ is a meeting for discussion and information organised by the French Diabetes Association (AFD 66) at…

LES CAUSERIES AUX COLLECTIONS

LES CAUSERIES AUX COLLECTIONS

15 October 2026

Thursday 15 October 2026 from 6.30pm to 8.30pm > Lecture by Alexandre Charett-Dykes on “Gustave Courbet, master of Romanticism”. Free – Book…