THE HALL OF DARKNESS

Since 1997, the former halles have been home to three monumental works by Lodeve sculptor Paul Dardé. The first, a 40-ton fireplace in Lens stone, was created for the 1925 Decorative Arts Exhibition. It is accompanied by a red copper curtain and a Volvic stone hearth plate. The second work is the statue of Christ aux Outrages, while the last is a cast of Neanderthal man. Part of the building is dedicated to an interactive film presentation of the town's heritage.