Abbaye de Belleperche - Nuit de l'abbaye - ©F. Bouche
Abbey Night: an artistic... spectacular evening!
Friday, May 29th, starting at 9pm
Belleperche Abbey hosts a new edition of the Night of the Abbey, conceived as an artistic and free experience.
The Millimétrée Company takes over the different spaces of the site to offer an evening of promenade performances, at the crossroads of circus, theatre and music.
The public is invited to move around freely, at their own pace, to discover a succession of artistic offerings spread throughout the abbey.
Each space becomes a stage, each movement a transition to a new emotion.
Conceived as a sensory journey, the evening promises a diversity of feelings: wonder, laughter, vertigo, gentleness…
A unique moment to experience with family or friends, in an exceptional heritage setting.
Practical information:
- Opening hours: from 9pm
- Duration: flexible
- Audience: General public
- Price: free
Event conceived by Albin Warette – Collectif Culture en Mouvements
Abbaye de Belleperche - Faïences d'Ardus et de Nègrepelisse - ©J-M Garric
The earthenware of Ardus and Nègreplisse: a unique exhibition!
From May 2nd to September 30th, the Belleperche Abbey – Museum of Tableware Arts hosts a unique exhibition dedicated to the earthenware of Ardus and Nègrepelisse , two emblematic production centers of our territory.
In the 18th century, in Lamothe-Capdeville, François Duval, Baron d'Ardus, founded a pottery works that enjoyed lasting success, even obtaining the prestigious title of "royal manufactory" and continuing its activity for nearly 180 years. A few decades later, in Nègrepelisse, Jean Viguié in turn created an ambitious workshop, whose history would be shorter but just as revealing of the economic and artistic stakes of the time.
Although these products were widely distributed far beyond the region, they remain largely unknown to the general public. This exhibition is therefore a first: never before have these two factories been the subject of a dedicated presentation.
Housed in the former guesthouse of the abbey, it brings together nearly 350 objects, the vast majority of which have never been exhibited. Plates, dishes, decorative pieces… the collection reveals the scope, diversity and quality of these local productions, while offering a complete reinterpretation of their history.
Meetings with the curator
As part of the exhibition, three tours are offered to further explore the subject:
- Sunday, May 3rd at 3pm
- Friday, June 5th at 4pm
- Saturday, September 5th at 5pm
An opportunity to exchange ideas about these local earthenware pieces.
No reservation required - Accessible with museum entrance ticket.
Abbaye de Belleperche - ©B. Frezouls
New opening hours!
From May 2nd until September 30th, the Belleperche Abbey – Museum of Table Arts is changing its opening hours.
The site will be open:
- From Tuesday to Saturday, from 10am to 6pm
- Sunday, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The abbey is closed on Mondays and Sunday mornings.
Abbaye de Belleperche - Agenda
The schedule for the 2026 season is available!
The Belleperche Abbey – Museum of Table Arts is pleased to present its agenda for the 2026 season. Throughout the year, discover a varied program combining exhibitions, shows, guided tours and activities for all audiences.
The calendar is now available in several formats:
- In printed form, available free of charge at the abbey reception and at our partners' locations
- available for download on our website
- in digital version
We'll see you very soon!