This beautiful 18th-century Béarnaise house was inhabited by the poet, novelist, playwright and critic from 1897 to 1907. It was in this house that he wrote "De l'Angélus de l'aube à l'Angélus du soir", Clara d'Ellébeuse and many others.
Manuscripts, correspondence, books, music scores, photos and illustrated books give you a better understanding of the poet's life and work... This collection is supplemented by other acquisitions and donations over the years. Exhibitions: "Francis Jammes et Orthez au temps de la Maison Chrestia", "Centenaire des Livres des Quatrains de Francis Jammes" and "Des oiseaux de Francis Jammes" with watercolors by Lucette Julien.

Exposition

Patrimoine culturel

Opening
  • From mardi 10 février 2026 to samedi 12 décembre 2026 , de 14h30 à 16h30
Organized by Maison Chrestia
Situation
GPS location Latitude : 43.4854
Longitude : -0.765098

Agenda

01/05

A friendly garage sale open to all. This event is an opportunity to discover a variety of objects and items, while sharing a pleasant moment with the local community and visitors.

BIRON

01/05

The huntresses? association organizes a day of exchanges and demonstrations. 8am: Breakfast with a fork. 10 a.m.: Demonstrations: learning safe hunting practices, archery, trapping and bowhunting. 9am to 5pm: Access to the…

CASTETIS

01/05

La Passem is a race for the Occitan language, with the aim of raising public awareness of the need to pass on the Gascon language and culture. Singing concert with los Quinz'Amics,…

ORTHEZ