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Fondation des artistes marks 50 years with expanded programming

institutional · 2026-04-24

Founded in 1976, the Fondation des artistes has become a key supporter of visual artists in France through an independent model based on its own resources. Operating from the Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild and the Nogent-sur-Marne estate, the foundation offers production grants, residencies, exhibitions, and elderly care at the Maison nationale des artistes. It allocates nearly €500,000 annually to patronage and supports hundreds of projects. The anniversary program includes exhibitions, performances, and meetings, with a highlight on June 27 in Nogent-sur-Marne. Three initiatives structure the year: the revival of the audiovisual series L'Atelier A in artists' studios with Arte Studio, an exceptional production support endowment, and a large public celebration.

Key facts

  • Fondation des artistes was founded in 1976.
  • It operates from Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild and Nogent-sur-Marne.
  • Annual patronage budget is nearly €500,000.
  • Anniversary highlight on June 27 in Nogent-sur-Marne.
  • Revival of L'Atelier A series with Arte Studio.
  • Exceptional production support endowment announced.
  • Large public celebration planned.
  • Foundation supports production, residencies, exhibitions, and elderly care.

Entities

Institutions

  • Fondation des artistes
  • Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild
  • Maison nationale des artistes
  • Arte Studio
  • L'ŒIL

Locations

  • France
  • Nogent-sur-Marne
  • Paris

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