MUSEUM OF THE FORMER URSULINE CONVENT

During the 17th and 18th centuries (from 1618 to 1792), the Ursuline nuns established in Le Malzieu brought undeniable renown to the town through the quality of education they provided to the young girls of the region. Today, the former Ursuline convent is a museum run by volunteers and the town hall of Le Malzieu-Ville. From the outside, one notices a beautiful symmetry and perfect harmony of design, such as the elegant alignment of the mullioned windows. The originality lies within, with three levels showcasing a remarkable example of mural paintings. The centerpiece is the Ursuline cell, whose recently restored paintings depict the Virgin Mary, Saint Mary Magdalene in meditation, and a floral motif painted on wood. The museum houses a permanent collection of sacred art, including vestments and liturgical objects, as well as a temporary exhibition that changes annually.