Musée de Bretagne
Rennes
set in the grounds of the Champs Libres, highlighting all things cultural and historical associated with Brittany with interactive displays and themed exhibitions
Chateau de Keriolet
Concarneau
dating from the 13th Century, but re-built in the 19th to provide an exquisite example of Empire architecture with intriguing Russian connections revealed during the tour
a combined ticket allows the visitor to enter both properties. The museum showcases the local history and archaeology and the house is a beautifully restored half-timbered example dating back to the 16th Century
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Pont-Aven
Pont-Aven
detailing the importance of the Pont Aven school of art, with many fine examples and a good resource library which is available to book in advance
Château de Vitré
Vitré
illustrating the local history through art from the 16th to the 20th Century, as well as the trade in fabric. There is also a reconstruction of an apothecary shop, detailing the concoctions that were used as medicines in earlier days
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Quimper
head for the upper floors where there are good examples of the Pont Aven School and sketches by Picasso and a room dedicated to the poet Max Jacob who was born in Quimper
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Rennes
highlighting the Pont-Aven School of art and with a room dedicated to 18th Century curiosities, this modern art gallery has a wide range of exhibits as well as family friendly activities
La Maison de la Duchesse Anne
Morlaix
a fine example of the architectural style ' a lanterne', the principal style of the 16th Century. The highlight is a staircase engraved with the faces of local patron saints
Musée de la Cohue
Vannes
with examples from the Barbizon School of Art and the Pont Aven School, both dating from the 19th Century, including examples of period sculpture and engravings