Hyacinthe Rigaud Art Museum : info and guided tour

Introduction to the Musée d’art Hyacinthe Rigaud

The Musée d’art Hyacinthe Rigaud is the main fine arts museum in Perpignan, located at 21 rue Mailly, in the city’s historic center. It presents permanent collections and temporary exhibitions focused on painting, decorative arts, and art history, in a place that connects local heritage and artistic creation.

Its name pays tribute to Hyacinthe Rigaud, a painter from Perpignan famous for his portraits at the court of Louis XIV. The museum is therefore part of an identity strongly linked to Perpignan’s artistic history. It preserves and showcases works that help illustrate the city’s and the region’s cultural influence.

The building combines a heritage setting with contemporary museum design, highlighting the works without taking them out of context. Visitors can discover paintings, sculptures, and works of art presented in spaces designed to guide the reading of the collections. Together, these elements make the museum an important destination for art lovers in Perpignan.

The museum is especially appreciated for the diversity of its collections and for the emphasis given to Hyacinthe Rigaud, an iconic figure born in Perpignan. It is a natural stop for understanding the city’s artistic history, while also offering insight into several centuries of creation. Its galleries make it possible to approach major works in a sober and accessible setting.

Discover Perpignan with a private guide

A private guide can help you better understand the museum’s collections, place Hyacinthe Rigaud in the history of art, and grasp the connection between the works, the building, and the city of Perpignan. This guidance provides clear reference points and a more precise look at the most significant pieces.