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CAC - Passages

Ginkgo – “Passages” - contemporary art centre

Inaugurated in 2000, Ginkgo creates a real dynamic for contemporary creation in the heart of the city, combining different talents: artists’ studios, a contemporary art centre and artists’ residences called “Passages” and offering artists a privileged place to work. Discover this creative space…

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Start : Gingko - 9 rue Jeanne d'Arc à Troyes
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What do you think was the function of this building when it was built?

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Enter the courtyard...

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What century does it date from?

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Take another look at the roof of the central building and the roof of the building to your right.

What do you see ?

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Who do you think these initials refer to?

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Those intitials can be seen on multiple spots around the place, how many of them can you count?

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As you walk through the park, what type of tree do you recognise?

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How old do you think this tree is?

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What type of work can you see in the park?

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As you wander around, you discover hidden places...

Have you found one? Which one?

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Don’t hesitate to venture in and admire the colourful works of art on the walls…

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Nowadays, the buildings to your right and left are still in use, but do you know for what purpose?

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Can you guess what is the central building also used as?

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BONUS! Enter the centre.

What's the view from the winter garden

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Intimacy - Aapo Nikkanen 2022 - CAC Passages

The Contemporary art centre – “Passages” is a centre for the production, dissemination and experimentation of French and international contemporary art.

Each year, 3 or 4 solo or group exhibitions are presented to raise public awareness of contemporary art.

Passages welcomes you, on your own, with your family or friends, for a guided or self-guided tour of the exhibitions. And don’t forget to check out the current exhibition!

More information about “Passages”

Artwork : Intimacy © Aapo Nikkanen, 2022

Thank you and see you soon!

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