Based in La Joliette, this building designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma presents more than 1,300 works by some 600 artists and stands out as a laboratory of artistic experimentation.

Based in La Joliette, this building designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma presents more than 1,300 works by some 600 artists and stands out as a laboratory of artistic experimentation.

Programme

Vue d'exposition Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre – L’Heure de gloire, 2024, Frac Sud, Marseille, France. Jean Bedez, Citius – Altius – Fortius, 2008. Résine et feuilles d’or. Courtesy de l’artiste. Jeremy John Kaplan, Althea in Blue, 2017. Cyanotype sur toile de coton. Collection Frac Sud – Cité de l’art contemporain, Marseille, France. ©Marc Domage
Vue d'exposition Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre – L’Heure de gloire, 2024, Frac Sud, Marseille, France. Jean Bedez, Citius – Altius – Fortius, 2008. Résine et feuilles d’or. Courtesy de l’artiste. Jeremy John Kaplan, Althea in Blue, 2017. Cyanotype sur toile de coton. Collection Frac Sud – Cité de l’art contemporain, Marseille, France. ©Marc Domage
Vue d'exposition Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre – L’Heure de gloire, 2024, Frac Sud , Marseille, France. ©Marc Domage
Vue d'exposition Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre – L’Heure de gloire, 2024, Frac Sud , Marseille, France. ©Marc Domage
Vue d'exposition Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre – L’Heure de gloire, 2024, Frac Sud , Marseille, France. ©Marc Domage
Vue d'exposition Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre – L’Heure de gloire, 2024, Frac Sud , Marseille, France. ©Marc Domage
Vue d'exposition Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre – L’Heure de gloire, 2024, Frac Sud, Marseille, France. Laurent Perbos, Invert Pyramid # 2, 2022. Ballons de football, cadre aluminium, fils métalliques gainés. Conseil départemental des Bouches-du-Rhône, Marseille, France. Camille Holtz, Série « Tennis Forever », 2023. Balle signée. Diana et Gaia. Gloriana. Isabella. Juliette. Lucie. Sac avec signatures. Trois Copines (Mariam, Jermine et Jana). Trophée. Impressions sur papier Canson, contre collage sur dibond. Production Frac Sud – Cité de l’art contemporain, Marseille, France. Courtesy de l’artiste. ©Marc Domage
Vue d'exposition Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre – L’Heure de gloire, 2024, Frac Sud, Marseille, France. Laurent Perbos, Invert Pyramid # 2, 2022. Ballons de football, cadre aluminium, fils métalliques gainés. Conseil départemental des Bouches-du-Rhône, Marseille, France. Camille Holtz, Série « Tennis Forever », 2023. Balle signée. Diana et Gaia. Gloriana. Isabella. Juliette. Lucie. Sac avec signatures. Trois Copines (Mariam, Jermine et Jana). Trophée. Impressions sur papier Canson, contre collage sur dibond. Production Frac Sud – Cité de l’art contemporain, Marseille, France. Courtesy de l’artiste. ©Marc Domage
Vue d'exposition Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre – L’Heure de gloire, 2024, Frac Sud, Marseille, France. Jacques Julien, Les Herbivores, 1997. Ensemble de sculptures. Acier, bois, peinture. Collection Frac Sud – Cité de l’art contemporain, Marseille, France. ©Marc Domage
Vue d'exposition Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre – L’Heure de gloire, 2024, Frac Sud, Marseille, France. Jacques Julien, Les Herbivores, 1997. Ensemble de sculptures. Acier, bois, peinture. Collection Frac Sud – Cité de l’art contemporain, Marseille, France. ©Marc Domage
Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre. Conception graphique : Solie Morin
Des exploits, des chefs-d’œuvre. Conception graphique : Solie Morin

Achievements, masterpieces - The hour of glory

At the invitation of the Frac Sud - Cité de l'art contemporain, the Mucem and the [mac] -Musée d'art contemporain de Marseille- with the support of the French Ministry of Culture, the Région Sud and the City of Marseille, are joining forces to offer the public an unprecedented exhibition (over 350 pieces by almost 100 artists), in three parts, exploring the many forms of the relationship between art and sport. A Cultural Olympiad event.

The "L'Heure de gloire" exhibition features a vast array of works in all media, which address - often humorously, but also critically - most of the issues raised by the art/sport nexus.

Access

Frac Sud - Cité de l'art contemporain
20, boulevard de Dunkerque
13002 Marseille
0033 4 91 91 27 55
fracsud.org/

Wednesday to Saturday: noon – 7pm.
Sunday: 2pm – 6pm.
Free entry. Closed on public holidays.

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CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERIES

Double V Gallery : The trendy contemporary art gallery in Marseille.
Galerie Béa-Ba : A hub for contemporary painting.

CULTURE & HERITAGE

Friche La Belle de mai : An arts and culture factory and a living place.
Coco Velten : A place for working and encounters with a collaborative cultural programme.
Fotokino : Exhibitions, screenings, workshops and conferences.

TO DISCOVER

Lucy Luce : the workshop-boutique of a jewelry designer and organic sculptures.
JoggingJogging : concept et fashion store.

BOAT TRIP

Le Don du Vent : Boat rental and private boat services.

PLACES TO STAY

Les Bords de Mer : Mini-refuge, maxi-vue : 19 bedrooms facing the big blue.
Hôtel Le Ryad : Well located at the top of la Canebière in the city center.
La Résidence du Vieux Port : 4-star hotel with a retro decor, inspired by Le Corbusier and Pouillon.
Tuba Club : A restyled former diving club in the Goudes district. 5 bedrooms and a restaurant with a breathtaking view of the Calanques.

PLACES TO EAT

La Marine des Goudes : A mythical place in the heart of the little port of Les Goudes, inviting the sea to enter and guests to sail.
Sépia : Seasonal cooking. Covered terrace and view of the city.
La Parenthèse : Terrace with tapas to share in a quiet alley of La Vieille Chapelle district.
Chez Yassine : Tunisian halal specialties. A must-go of Eastern cuisine in the Noailles district.
Yima: A family Eastern canteen in the Noailles district.
Toïa : For the ceviche lovers, a tasty cuisine made with fresh and seasonal products.
La cantine de Lynn : A delicious small restaurant, home cooking and a welcoming atmosphere.

WINE BARS & GROCERY

Les Buvards : An excellent selection of natural wines and healthy products in this natural wine bar pioneer in Marseille.
Épicerie L’Idéal : Fresh goat cheese, Camargue lamb, an excellent selection of products from the Mediterranean Basin to take away and meals to eat in.
Maison Geney : Canteen, delicatessen and tearoom with homemade products, a simple and generous cooking in the Panier district.