Art galleries exhibition spaces foundations and cultural centers Nouakchott

Are you doing research on Mauritania, the Sahel or do you like books and the smell of paper? Don't hesitate for a second: call Ahmed Mahmoud Mohamed, known as Jemal, an exceptional man. From his grandfather's manuscripts to encyclopedias, bibliographies, legal texts, sociology, anthropology, history, geography, this man composed himself this library collection that he opens to any interested person: students, researchers, tourists, residents... A place as magical as its designer.

Created by Malika Diagana, director and photographer, and Saleh, visual artist, D'Art espace des créations is a place of exchange, creativity and welcome, which works for the emergence of arts in Mauritania. The two cultural entrepreneurs offer to see painting and photography through exhibitions, and propose cultural events in partnership with local structures. For a different look at Mauritanian culture and identity.

To learn more about Mauritania from prehistoric times to the present day, a visit to the Vergnol Foundation is a must. Books, photos, postcards, stamps, jewelry, traditional handicrafts have been patiently and passionately collected to be exhibited in the foundation's museum. A superb collection, like a case protecting the national wealth which is both the guarantor of a collective memory and a vector for future generations. The foundation is located near the French embassy. Do not hesitate to make an appointment!

Les Echos du Sahel as well as the two other structures it hosts are not a magazine but an association aiming at the promotion and democratization of art for all. It is a place of cultural exchange and artistic creation which offers to children, young and old workshops, courses, supports and tools in the following fields: sound techniques, musical label, recording studio, support to innovative projects, art and dance school, concerts, events... A real place of creation in Nouakchott.

Created by Amy Sow, a Mauritanian multidisciplinary artist, this art gallery and artists' residence invites you to come and drink a good espresso, a Mauritanian tea or a bissap while visiting its ephemeral exhibitions. This place of exchanges and meetings, with wood (explosive in the neighborhood), innovative ideas and recovery everywhere, also welcomes you during special events and workshops: plastic arts with children, evening discovery of the Mauritanian culture or a local dish... Contact Amy and find out!

Do you love movie theaters? Inveterate music lover? Fascinated by literature? A photography buff? A contemporary dance enthusiast? Library rat? Whatever your passion, whatever your interests, the French Institute will satisfy your every artistic and cultural taste. We offer literary meetings, film screenings, various exhibitions, reading evenings, concerts and artistic workshops (plastic arts, classical dance, breakdance, musical awakening...). To your diaries!