PAH Haute terres corréziennes et ventadour
Unique Exhibition:
""Traces of Migrants"" – An exhibition to experience at Espace Odyssélec: When the history of migrations meets that of the Chastang Dam
What if the lake that surrounds you today was also a witness to the journeys of yesterday and today?
In Haute-Corrèze, between the hills and the waters of the Chastang Dam , every stone, every wave, every face tells a human story. "Traces of Migrants" is an exhibition that invites you to discover how population movements have shaped this territory, from its villages to the banks of the Dordogne .
From the 18th century to the present day , follow in the footsteps of Corrèze stonemasons, quarrymen, laundresses, but also Spaniards, Italians, Turks and many others who crossed borders to settle here. Their history is also the history of our region, its landscapes, and its soul.
Why come?
✅ A journey between land and water :
- Leaving : Discover how the inhabitants of the region, like those who worked on the construction of the Chastang Dam , left their homes to find work, while maintaining a strong connection with their native land.
- Welcome : Meet those who have chosen to settle here, attracted by the opportunities offered by this dynamic territory, marked by water and industry.
- Understanding : Through local archives, symbolic objects and testimonies , delve into the stories of these lives in transition.
✅ An immersive experience :
- Interactive maps to follow the routes of migrants, from the villages of Haute-Corrèze to major construction sites like the Chastang Dam .
- A participatory space where you can share your own family story related to migration or the dam.
- Workshops for everyone: migrant cuisine, guided walks along the Dordogne, or meetings with local historians.
✅ An iconic location : Espace Odyssélec , situated in the heart of the Dordogne Valley, is the ideal setting for this exhibition. Blending history and modernity , it offers a unique experience, just steps from the waters of the dam that have witnessed so many lives unfold.
Practical information
📅 From February 10, 2026 to October 31, 2026 📍During the days and hours of Espace Odyssélec du Chastang – 🎟 Free entry from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm