The collection, with over 1,700 works by 380 artists of 50 nationalities, finds its essential articulation in the relationship between European New Realism and the American expression of assemblage art and Pop Art. Two major figures in twentieth-century art form the core of the collections: Yves Klein and Niki de Saint Phalle.

The MAMAC is preparing for the future. It has just closed its doors for renovation work until 2028 to meet the challenges of a 21st century museum and strengthen its international reputation. During this period, the museum's off-site programming will continue! MAMAC has launched a programme called "MAMAC près de chez vous" ("MAMAC near you") in collaboration with museums in Nice, the metropolitan area and the South of France, to give the public the chance to rediscover the museum's works in a different way, as well as previously undiscovered treasures that have rarely or never been shown... The collection is also presented internationally. You can also find out what's happening at the MAMAC online, and find out about the mobile events on offer.

Vue des terrasses - MAMAC - Sol LeWITT, Wall drawing#1004 Arcs, 2002 © Adagp, Paris 2021 – Photo : Julien Véran
Vue des terrasses - MAMAC - Sol LeWITT, Wall drawing#1004 Arcs, 2002 © Adagp, Paris 2021 – Photo : Julien Véran
Vue de la salle Yves Klein – Collection MAMAC – Accrochage 2020 © Œuvres : Succession Yves Klein / Adagp, Paris 2021 – Photo : Célia Conan
Vue de la salle Yves Klein – Collection MAMAC – Accrochage 2020 © Œuvres : Succession Yves Klein / Adagp, Paris 2021 – Photo : Célia Conan
Accrochage des collections – MAMAC, 2020 – James Rosenquist , Big Bo, 1966 / Arman, Sans-titre, 1983 / Roy Lichtenstein, Entablature #7, 1971 © Adagp, Paris 2021 – Photo : François Fernandez
Accrochage des collections – MAMAC, 2020 – James Rosenquist , Big Bo, 1966 / Arman, Sans-titre, 1983 / Roy Lichtenstein, Entablature #7, 1971 © Adagp, Paris 2021 – Photo : François Fernandez

The collection, with over 1,700 works by 380 artists of 50 nationalities, finds its essential articulation in the relationship between European New Realism and the American expression of assemblage art and Pop Art. Two major figures in twentieth-century art form the core of the collections: Yves Klein and Niki de Saint Phalle.

The MAMAC is preparing for the future. It has just closed its doors for renovation work until 2028 to meet the challenges of a 21st century museum and strengthen its international reputation. During this period, the museum's off-site programming will continue! MAMAC has launched a programme called "MAMAC près de chez vous" ("MAMAC near you") in collaboration with museums in Nice, the metropolitan area and the South of France, to give the public the chance to rediscover the museum's works in a different way, as well as previously undiscovered treasures that have rarely or never been shown... The collection is also presented internationally. You can also find out what's happening at the MAMAC online, and find out about the mobile events on offer.

Programme

1. Fernand Léger, Cycliste sur fond bleu, lithographie originale, planche de l'album illustré Cirque, Paris, Tériade, 1950. Musée national Fernand Léger, Biot. Photo : © Rmn-Grand Palais / Gérard Blot © Adagp, Paris, 2023. // 2. Niki de Saint Phalle, Nana santé, 1999, lithographie, 61 x 49 cm. Musée d’art moderne et d’art contemporain, Nice. Photo : © Ville de Nice / Muriel Anssens © Niki Charitable Art Foundation / Adagp, Paris, 2023
1. Fernand Léger, Cycliste sur fond bleu, lithographie originale, planche de l'album illustré Cirque, Paris, Tériade, 1950. Musée national Fernand Léger, Biot. Photo : © Rmn-Grand Palais / Gérard Blot © Adagp, Paris, 2023. // 2. Niki de Saint Phalle, Nana santé, 1999, lithographie, 61 x 49 cm. Musée d’art moderne et d’art contemporain, Nice. Photo : © Ville de Nice / Muriel Anssens © Niki Charitable Art Foundation / Adagp, Paris, 2023

MAMAC near you : Léger and the New Realists

The MAMAC collections at Fernand Léger National Museum in Biot.

The Fernand Léger Museum and the MAMAC in Nice are celebrating artistic creativity with an exhibition that brings together the joyful and colourful work of Fernand Léger and key works from the MAMAC. An exhibition organised by the Musée National du XXe Siècle des Alpes-Maritimes and GrandPalaisRmn, in partnership with MAMAC.

3. L’artiste Niki de Saint Phalle avec ses sculptures gonflables Nanas sur la plage. Parution dans Vogue, 15 avril 1968. Photographie par Bert Stern @ 2024 Condé Nast
3. L’artiste Niki de Saint Phalle avec ses sculptures gonflables Nanas sur la plage. Parution dans Vogue, 15 avril 1968. Photographie par Bert Stern @ 2024 Condé Nast

MAMAC on the road: Rebellion and Joy, Niki de Saint Phalle

MAMAC is presenting a major exhibition by Niki de Saint-Phalle at the prestigious Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri (USA), based on its collection and in collaboration with the Niki Charitable Art Foundation.

Access

MAMAC
1, place Yves-Klein, 06000 Nice
+33 (0)4 97 13 42 01
mamac-nice.org

The MAMAC closed its doors on 7 January 2024 for renovation work as part of the Promenade du Paillon season 2 project.

The MAMAC can still be contacted at
mamac@ville-nice.fr
+33(0)4 97 13 42 01

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PLACES TO DISCOVER

Castle Hill Park : climbing the hill of the Castle to enjoy a royal view of the Baie des Anges, a fresh and timeless walk near the beautiful neo-classical cemetery.

PLACES TO DRINK

• Place du Pin : the inhabitants of Nice call it their “Petit Marais”. Located in the Vieux-Nice.
Le Negresco : an iconic place with a hotel, two restaurants and a bar.

On the roofs of Nice

All the great beachfront hotels have their rooftop. Ideal for a cocktail, a lunch or a coffee.

PLACES TO STAY

Le Windsor, Jungle Art Hotel : a charming hotel with bedrooms decorated with contemporary artworks. A beautiful garden to enjoy your breakfast or your cocktails…
Hôtel Amour : le dernier né de la famille Amour : 38 bedrooms, a restaurant, a swimming pool on the roof, a tree-filled patio, collected objects and furniture.

PLACES TO EAT

Le Plongeoir : a beachfront Mediterranean gourmet restaurant in a chic setting.
Bocca : the new food and lifestyle experience in Nice: a sharing restaurant, a luxuriant rooftop and a cheerful atmosphere.
Le Lavomatique : a bistronomic cuisine, delicious food to share in the old town.
Le Local : a preserved address in the harbour district, high-quality Italian products and cuisine at an affordable price, elegant service.
La Buvette du musée Chagall : fast food, a pleasant and bucolic break in the heard of Nice!
Garden of the Chagall Museum, open to all during the Museum’s opening hours.
Socca du Cours Saleya : a "Nissarde" cuisine as we like it, to go!

On the beach in Nice

Castel Plage : bistronomic cuisine, sunshades and deckchairs.
Le Galet : lounge bar, spa and deckchairs, facing the Albert Ier gardens.