Ongoing
Rochefort - Hôtel de Cheusses/Arsenal
Pierre Loti – Sculptural Tribute
In connection with the reopening of the Maison de Pierre Loti (1850–1923) on June 10, 2025, the musée national de la Marine presents an exhibition focused on artworks created after the death of this emblematic Rochefort figure.
Introduction
The exhibition begins by examining those foundational objects of collective memory that carry shared images. Sculptures, medals, photographs, drawings, and postcards bear witness to an era and reflect a desire to pay tribute to a man whose career spanned both literature and naval service.
All works on display are drawn from the collections of the National Maritime Museum, and some have been restored specifically for this exhibition.
Exhibition Journey
The display continues through four thematic stops, integrated into the museum’s permanent route. Each stop revisits a collection object or a space within the monuments, analyzing it from the perspective of Julien Viaud, known by his pen name, Pierre Loti.
To find out more about the Maison de Pierre Loti, visit the dedicated website
Special Offer
Enjoy a reduced rate at the Maison de Pierre Loti upon presentation of your National Maritime Museum ticket at full price—and vice versa.
Practical Information
June 11 – November 3
Hôtel de Cheusses/Arsenal, 1 place de la Gallissonnière – 17300 Rochefort
Included with the museum ticket
Reduced rate at the Maison de Pierre Loti upon presentation of the full-price museum ticket
Reduced rate at the museum upon presenting a full-price ticket from the Maison de Pierre Loti