Church of Saint-Pierre des Minimes

The Saint-Pierre des Minimes space, in Compiègne

The Saint-Pierre des Minimes space is a former Romanesque church of Compiègne become a place of exhibitions. The Compiègne audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this fine twelfth-century building, classified historic monument, today dedicated to art.

The former Romanesque church become an art space

The small church of Saint-Pierre des Minimes is today the new exhibition space of Compiègne. This former Romanesque church of the twelfth century, classified historic monument, now hosts temporary art exhibitions, mixing old heritage and contemporary creation. The building, a witness of Romanesque architecture, seduces by its sober lines, its stone walls and its vaults, which offer a setting laden with history to the works presented. Over the centuries, the place knew several lives, being notably attached to the order of the Minims, a religious community, before being deconsecrated then rehabilitated and reconverted for cultural purposes. This transformation illustrates the way the religious heritage can be preserved by giving it a new function, open to all. The contrast between the old architecture and the modern exhibitions creates a singular atmosphere. A place of memory and culture, the Saint-Pierre des Minimes space is an interesting stop of the discovery of Compiègne.

What to see

Here you discover the former Romanesque church of the twelfth century, classified historic monument, with sober lines, stone walls and vaults, formerly attached to the order of the Minims then reconverted into a space of temporary art exhibitions, where old heritage and contemporary creation come together in a singular contrast. The Saint-Pierre des Minimes space is a place of culture of Compiègne. It is a stop to be discovered, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The Saint-Pierre des Minimes space lies in the heart of Compiègne, reachable on foot. The exhibitions follow their own programme and hours, which vary. It is best to check the agenda before coming.

What is the Saint-Pierre des Minimes space in Compiègne?

A former Romanesque church of the twelfth century, classified historic monument, formerly attached to the order of the Minims, today reconverted into a space of temporary art exhibitions, where old heritage and contemporary creation come together.

Where is the Saint-Pierre des Minimes space of Compiègne?

In the heart of Compiègne, in the Oise, in France.