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Museum · Fribourg, Fribourg
Espace Jean Tinguely – Niki de Saint Phalle
Museum dedicated to Jean Tinguely, born in Fribourg, and to Niki de Saint Phalle, installed in the city’s old tram depot from 1900, a few steps from the cathedral.
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About Espace Jean Tinguely – Niki de Saint Phalle
The Espace Jean Tinguely – Niki de Saint Phalle occupies the old Fribourg tram depot, built in 1900. When the trams stopped running, the building had other uses until it was handed over by the city to house the museum.
The idea emerged after Jean Tinguely’s death in 1991. Niki de Saint Phalle, his wife, gifted the canton with monumental works created by the artist at the end of his life, and the space came to show the dialogue between the two artists’ works.
The highlight is the Retable de l'abondance occidentale et du mercantilisme totalitaire, a large machine by Tinguely from 1990, which visitors can operate by pedals. Niki de Saint Phalle’s colourful figures complete the exhibition.
The museum is administered by the Musée d'art et d'histoire de Fribourg and hosts temporary exhibitions related to the two artists and to contemporary art.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About 1 hour.
Best time
At any time of year, but the Espace is open only part of the week; check opening days.
How to get there
On Rue de Morat in the medieval centre, a few steps from the cathedral; buses 1 and 2 stop nearby.
Tip
Operate the main machine using the red pedals on the floor and watch the gears move.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Espace Jean Tinguely – Niki de Saint Phalle
What is in the Espace Jean Tinguely – Niki de Saint Phalle?
Works by Jean Tinguely, including a large machine that visitors can activate, and sculptures by Niki de Saint Phalle, plus temporary exhibitions.
Where is the Tinguely Space in Fribourg located?
On Rue de Morat, in the medieval center, near the cathedral, in the former tram depot.
What is Tinguely’s connection to Fribourg?
Jean Tinguely was born in Fribourg, and the city received works from the end of his life, donated by Niki de Saint Phalle.