Description
The history of Hospice d'Havré dates back to the 13th century, when Mahaut de Guînes, Countess of Saint-Pol, donated a manor house to be used as a home for the poorest of the poor. As you explore the site, you'll discover how it has evolved over the centuries, while preserving the memory of the people who brought it to life. Entrusted to a community of nuns, the hospice successively became a refuge for orphans and the elderly, then an establishment dedicated to teaching young girls. Another congregation continued to manage the site until its original function came to an end in 1998.
It was reborn during "Lille 2004, European Capital of Culture", when it was transformed into a Maison Folie. Since then, the Hospice d?Havré has hosted shows, concerts, exhibitions, literary encounters and debates, bringing a new cultural energy to its walls.
As you stroll through its Renaissance-inspired garden, punctuated by ponds and themed squares of medicinal and tinctorial plants, you'll enjoy a green setting that harmoniously extends your visit. A place where heritage and contemporary creation intertwine to offer a captivating discovery.
