Salon du Livre et des Auteurs d'Arc-en-Barrois
Literary encounters and creative workshops in the heart of Haute-Marne
About Salon du Livre d'Arc-en-Barrois
The Salon du Livre et des Auteurs d'Arc-en-Barrois is a literary event organized by the Amicale arcquoise in partnership with the media library of Arc-en-Barrois. Over two days, this friendly fair brings together authors, illustrators, and writers from Haute-Marne for signings, creative workshops for children and adults, readings, slam poetry, and exhibitions. Inaugurated in 2026, it showcases local and regional literary creation in a warm and accessible atmosphere for everyone, with free admission.
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A Literary Event in the Heart of Barrois
The Salon du Livre et des Auteurs d'Arc-en-Barrois was born from the desire of the Amicale arcquoise, in partnership with the municipal media library, to create a literary gathering in this picturesque commune of Haute-Marne. Nestled in the heart of the Arc-en-Barrois forest, one of the largest forest areas in France, this fair offers a unique setting to celebrate books and reading.
A Rich and Varied Program
The fair unfolds over two days filled with activities for all ages. Visitors can meet renowned authors and illustrators, attend signing sessions, and participate in numerous creative workshops. Storytime delights the youngest, while Pop-up workshops and collaborative murals stimulate children's creativity. Adults are not left out with paper poetry workshops, readings, and slam sessions led by writers from the Association des écrivains haut-marnais.
Showcasing Regional Talents
This fair gives pride of place to authors and artists from Haute-Marne and the Grand Est region. Members of the Association des écrivains haut-marnais are present to share their works, interact with readers, and offer literary activities. Illustrators and photographers complete this program with exhibitions highlighting the landscapes and heritage of Haute-Marne.
A Place for Exchange and Sharing
True to the associative spirit of the Amicale arcquoise, the fair aims to be a space for friendliness and sharing. Admission is free, allowing everyone to discover the richness of local literary production. The exchanges between authors and readers, in a warm and intimate atmosphere, make this event a special moment in Arc-en-Barrois' cultural life.
Activities for All Audiences
The program skillfully blends activities for children — storytimes, Pop-up workshops, coloring murals, fun dictation games — and offerings for adults — paper poetry workshops, readings, slam, photographic exhibitions. This diversity makes the Salon du Livre d'Arc-en-Barrois a truly family-friendly event, where every visitor finds something to marvel at and enrich themselves.
Salon du Livre d'Arc-en-Barrois — edition 2027
Second edition of the Salon du Livre et des Auteurs d'Arc-en-Barrois. Building on the success of the first edition, the Amicale arcquoise and the media library are preparing a new literary event with book signings, creative workshops, and author meetings. Dates and program to be confirmed.
Prices Salon du Livre d'Arc-en-Barrois 2027
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Access
The fair is held at the media library of Arc-en-Barrois, in the center of the village of Arc-en-Barrois (52210), Haute-Marne, in the heart of the Parc national de forêts.
- By car: Arc-en-Barrois is located about 30 km south of Chaumont via the D6 and 25 km from Châtillon-sur-Seine via the D928. From Langres, it takes about 40 minutes via the D428. Free parking is available on the village streets and in the immediate vicinity of the media library.
- By train: The nearest TER station is Chaumont, served by the TER Grand Est lines (Paris-Est — Belfort). From Chaumont station, allow for a car journey of about 30 minutes to reach Arc-en-Barrois.
Opening Hours
The fair is open on Saturdays and Sundays, from 10 am to 12 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pm. Visitors are welcomed continuously during these hours. Authors are present throughout the opening hours for meetings and signing sessions.
Prices
Free admission for all audiences. No reservation is necessary. Books are sold directly by the authors and illustrators present at the fair. The creative workshops offered to children and adults are also free.
Typical Program
Saturday
- Photographic or artistic exhibition visible all day
- Signing sessions with invited authors and illustrators
- Storytime for children, hosted by the media library
- Pop-up creative workshop led by an invited illustrator
Sunday
- Presence of Haute-Marne writers all day
- 10 am: "Paper Poetry" workshop for adults
- Readings and slam sessions
- 2:30 pm-4:30 pm: Fun dictation and collaborative mural for children
- Signing sessions throughout the day
Accessibility
The Arc-en-Barrois media library is accessible to people with reduced mobility. All activities and workshops are on a single level.
Contact
Amicale arcquoise — in partnership with the media library of Arc-en-Barrois.
Commune website: www.arc-en-barrois.com
Media library Facebook page: facebook.com/MediathequeArcenbarrois
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