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Visit the Butterfly and Beast of Gévaudan exhibitions

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Immerse yourself in the history of The Beast of Gévaudan through 43 paintings by Gérard Lattier. Followed by the biography of Henri Charrière nicknamed Papillon was born in Saint Etienne de Lugdarès in 1906. His story and his famous escape from the penal colony of Cayenne

Description

In 1764, the quiet town of Saint-Etienne de Lugdares experienced its moment in history. The Beast of Gévaudan had committed his first crime at Hubacs.

The painter Gérard LATTIER illustrated this reality, which has become legendary and which has even reached the status of myth, through 43 paintings which will surprise you with the richness of their details. This work is exhibited in its entirety in the former chapel of the convent of Saint-Joseph.

Opening

Sunday May 26, 2024 at 14:30 a.m.

Sunday 16 June 2024 at 14 am.

Prices

Reduced price: €5.
Free for less than 12 years.

Location

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