Exhibitions in Paris

La Cinémathèque française

Rétrospective Damien Odoul

Oct 21 to Oct 29

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This exhibition at La Cinémathèque française is a comprehensive retrospective of the work of filmmaker Damien Odoul. It celebrates his unique and poetic cinematic trajectory, showcasing ten feature films and a selection of short films. The retrospective aims to provide a complete overview of his oeuvre, from his first film 'Morasseix' to his latest works. Odoul's films are described as feverish and poetic, often exploring themes of difformity, anomalies, and the quest for immanence. The exhibition offers a chance to engage with his distinctive artistic vision and his exploration of the human condition. Several screenings will be presented by Odoul himself or by film critics and academics, of

Damien Odoul

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Institut du monde arabe · Bibliothèque Leïla Shahid (niveau 1)

DERNIERS JOURS! La Palestine photographiée par Joss Dray

Sep 19 to Nov 1

Free Last weeks

This exhibition showcases a selection of photographs by Joss Dray, offering a poignant look at Palestinian life, its people, places, and memory. The collection features numerous previously unseen images from several photo reports conducted by the artist between 1987 and 2001. The exhibition is presented as part of the European Heritage Days 2026 and honors the newly renamed Leïla Shahid Library at the Institut du Monde Arabe. Joss Dray was commissioned by the IMA in 2001 to document daily life in Palestine, capturing the experiences of Palestinians in the Palestinian territories, refugee camps, and diaspora. Her work includes extensive coverage of camps such as Jabalia, Shati, Kalandia, and

Joss Dray

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Centre Pompidou · Forum des images, Paris

Jean-Pierre Thorn, Fraternellement

Sep 16 to Nov 1

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This exhibition is a retrospective of the work of filmmaker Jean-Pierre Thorn, exploring his persistent search for connection and understanding. Guided by a filmmaker driven by a profound love for humanity, the program delves into films that aim to break down barriers between the screen and the world. Thorn's work often questions his own position to adopt a more just perspective, as seen in his documentation of the Renault factory strike in 1968 and his subsequent period working in the Alstom factory, which informed his film 'Le Dos au mur' (1981). The exhibition highlights Thorn's evolving gaze, which increasingly considers the realities of precarious lives. Through his involvement with the

Jean-Pierre Thorn

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Musée des Arts Décoratifs

La Mode en majesté. Haute couture et tradition à la cour de Thaïlande

May 13 to Nov 1

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This exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs explores the evolution of clothing at the Thai court, showcasing over a hundred exceptional outfits and accessories from the royal collection. It highlights the eight traditional Thai costume formats designed by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, developed with local historians and designers. The exhibition also emphasizes the cultural and artistic dialogue between Thailand and France, marked by a collaboration between Queen Sirikit and the fashion house Balmain, continued by Balmain and Lesage. Organized in partnership with the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles and The Sustainable Arts and Crafts Institute of Thailand, the exhibition celebrates the 34

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Institut du monde arabe · Bibliothèque Leïla Shahid (niveau 1)

La Palestine photographiée par Joss Dray

Sep 19 to Nov 1

Free Last weeks

This exhibition showcases a selection of photographs by Joss Dray, offering a poignant look at Palestinian life, its people, places, and memory. The collection features numerous previously unseen images from several photo reports conducted by the artist between 1987 and 2001. The exhibition is presented at the Bibliothèque Leïla Shahid, named in honor of the prominent Palestinian voice in France and Europe. Dray's work documents the daily existence of Palestinians across the occupied territories, refugee camps, and diaspora communities. Her reportage includes visits to camps such as Jabalia, Shati, Kalandia, and Dheisheh, as well as several camps in Lebanon. The exhibition also includes earl

Joss Dray

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La Cinémathèque française · Musée Méliès

Les vacances de la Toussaint au Musée Méliès

Oct 17 to Nov 1

Last weeks €15

This exhibition, held during the Toussaint holidays, invites visitors to rediscover the Musée Méliès and its exploration of cinema history. The program includes daily guided visits focusing on the origins of cinema and the career of Georges Méliès. Weekend activities on the mezzanine will delve into Méliès's special effects techniques. A special escape game, "Le Secret de Barbenfouillis," offers a unique challenge. The museum itself presents 130 years of cinema, imagination, and special effects, tracing a journey from early studios to interstellar concepts seen in films like Star Wars and Avatar. It's a playful and interactive experience featuring rare artifacts. Visitors can learn about Mél

Georges Méliès · Paul Grimault

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Centre Pompidou · Fondation Vasarely, Aix-en-Provence

Projet pour une révolution. Vasarely et l'architecture

Jun 12 to Nov 1

Last weeks From €16

This exhibition, "Projet pour une révolution. Vasarely et l'architecture," celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Fondation Vasarely in Aix-en-Provence. It offers a deep dive into the aesthetics and function of this iconic building, known as the "Centre Architectonique," conceived by the artist Victor Vasarely. The monumental structure is described as a Sistine Chapel of optical and kinetic art, representing one of the rare architectural legacies left by an artist. It embodies Vasarely's vision for how his art should exist and be experienced. The exhibition explores Vasarely's architectural tropism, which emerged in the post-war period, influenced by the Bauhaus and his involvement with the

Victor Vasarely

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Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine · Parvis des Droits-de-l’Homme

Tracey Emin sur le parvis des Droits-de-l'Homme

Oct 14 to Nov 1

Free Last weeks

This autumn, Art Basel Paris, White Cube, and the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine present three monumental bronze sculptures by artist Tracey Emin on the Parvis des Droits-de-l’Homme in Paris. The works, titled 'I lay here for you' (2018), 'I Followed You to the End' (2024), and 'I Will Not Be Alone' (2025), explore the female body as a site of vulnerability, endurance, and transformation. Across the three sculptures, the body progresses from a lying position to kneeling, and then to sitting, tracing an evolution from abandonment to tenacious resilience. These pieces mark the first public project of Art Basel Paris, installed on the Parvis des Droits-de-l’Homme. The exhibition featur

Tracey Emin

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Château de Versailles · Palace of Versailles

Versailles à Morellet

Jun 30 to Nov 1

Last weeks €35

This exhibition at the Palace of Versailles celebrates the centennial of François Morellet's birth, showcasing six of his major works. These pieces are presented in dialogue with the opulent interiors of the Grand Apartments and the perspectives of the garden. Morellet, a leading figure in contemporary art, is known for his playful and liberating approach to geometric abstraction. The exhibition aims to re-examine his legacy and his relationship with art history, heritage, and architecture. Visitors will encounter installations that engage with their surroundings, creating unexpected shifts and resonances. The artwork "Le Lamentable" features neon arcs collapsing onto the floor of the Royal

François Morellet

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Tours

Ed Alcock

Secrets et mensonges

Jun 19 to Nov 8

Last weeks €5

This exhibition at Jeu de Paume presents "Secrets et mensonges" (Secrets and Lies), a comprehensive survey of Ed Alcock's fifteen years of photographic work. The exhibition, which won the Prix Niépce – Gens d’Images 2025, brings together for the first time the entirety of his oeuvre, allowing for a full appreciation of its coherence and evolution. It is structured around five series created between 2009 and 2025. "Hobbledehoy" (2009-2013) explores the end of his son Nino's childhood. "Love Lane" (2014) and "The Wait" (2015) delve into family secrets. "Home Sweet Home" (2016-2020) questions the relationship with one's homeland in the context of Brexit. Finally, "Buried Treasure" (2024-2025) r

Ed Alcock

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Grand Palais · Musée national de Préhistoire

Gestes d’Éternité

Apr 4 to Nov 8

Last weeks €10

This exhibition, 'Gestes d’Éternité' (Gestures of Eternity), delves into the profound and singular relationship humans have maintained with their dead since prehistory. Through funerary gestures, objects, and rites, it explores the origins of shared symbolic thought, revealing insights into past societies and our own enduring questions about mortality. The exhibition highlights that for at least 100,000 years, burial practices have demonstrated a fundamental human capacity to imbue the world with meaning. These gestures, whether by early Homo sapiens or Neanderthals, signify symbolic thinking, also evident in the appreciation for beautiful objects, adornments, the use of colors, and early gr

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Tours

LAILA HIDA

La nuit américaine

Jun 19 to Nov 8

Last weeks €5

This exhibition, 'La nuit américaine' (The American Night), by Moroccan artist Laila Hida, explores how contemporary myths are constructed and stabilized through visual, narrative, and spatial devices that actively shape reality. It is part of a larger project, 'Le Voyage du Phoenix' (The Phoenix's Journey), which critically examines imaginary constructions related to oasis landscapes, touching upon colonial memory, the desire for exoticism, and contemporary shifts in perception. The exhibition focuses on the mechanisms of representation through photography, literature, and cinema, contrasting 19th-century inherited narratives with present-day realities. It highlights how images circulate be

Laila Hida

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Musée du quai Branly · Galerie Germain Viatte

Plumes from Paradise

Journeys of an Extraordinary Bird from New Guinea

May 12 to Nov 8

Last weeks €14

This exhibition explores the captivating journey of birds of paradise, native to the lush forests of New Guinea, from their natural habitat to the art and culture of Europe and Asia. It highlights how these flamboyant creatures have been objects of desire, contemplation, and inspiration for over five centuries. The exhibition showcases nearly 190 works, including jewelry, paintings, taxidermied specimens, fashion items, accessories, objets d'art, and illustrated books. It integrates perspectives from natural history, art, ethnology, fashion, and ecology. The display examines the collection, representation, admiration, and transformation of these birds across different eras and continents. Co

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La Cinémathèque française

Robert Guédiguian

Oct 19 to Nov 9

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This exhibition at La Cinémathèque française celebrates the filmmaker Robert Guédiguian, coinciding with the release of his new film, 'Une femme aujourd'hui'. It revisits his career, including his first three films, building on a previous retrospective in 2013. Guédiguian's cinema is presented as highly relevant to contemporary France, reflecting the tensions and passions of the past 15 years. The exhibition highlights his consistent use of his family of actors and his enduring ideals. Visitors can expect to see a selection of his films, with special events like an avant-première of his latest work and a 'leçon de cinéma' (masterclass) with the director himself. The program includes screenin

Robert Guédiguian

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La Cinémathèque française · Musée Méliès

Les Jeudis Jeunes

Sep 14, 2023 to Nov 12

Free Last weeks

Les Jeudis Jeunes is a special monthly event at La Cinémathèque française, held on the second Thursday of each month from 6 PM to 9 PM. This initiative offers free access to the museum's exhibitions and the Musée Méliès during hours when museums typically close. The next exhibition featured is 'Belmondo, le Magnifique,' running from October 7, 2026, to January 31, 2027. This event is exclusively for individuals aged 18-25 and students. Online registration is mandatory to attend. The Cinémathèque française provides various year-round offers for those under 26, including students. These 'Jeudis Jeunes' events allow young people to experience the museum's collections and exhibitions in a dedica

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Bibliothèque nationale de France · Gares d’Avignon TGV, Marseille-Saint-Charles, Paris-Gare-de-Lyon, et Valence TGV

100 ans d'histoire de la photographie dans les collections de la BnF. 1839 - 1939

Sep 16 to Nov 19

Free

This exhibition, presented in four French train stations, traces the first century of photography's history, from 1839 to 1939, using masterpieces from the BnF's collections. It highlights the strong links between artistic creation and photography since its origins. The exhibition begins with the daguerreotype and calotype, showcasing their aesthetic ambitions through poetic landscapes and large-format still lifes. It then explores how photography became a new territory for expression in portraiture, urban landscapes, architecture, and industrial modernity. Iconic figures like Félix Nadar captured portraits of notable personalities, while Édouard Baldus documented railway transformations and

Eugène Cuvelier · Henri Le Secq · Félix Nadar · Louis-Émile Durandelle · Eugène Atget · Man Ray

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CYCLE DE RENCONTRES EN PARTENARIAT AVEC LE CNAP

Oct 15 to Nov 26

€8

This cycle of encounters, organized in partnership with the CNAP, explores the artistic research process and the development of artworks. It delves into the stages of elaboration, writing, and research undertaken by artists, aiming to map the conceptual tools, processes, and methodologies they employ. The cycle seeks to construct narratives of research and life, contributing to a poetic anthology of storytelling, as envisioned by Walter Benjamin. Participants will revisit ongoing or completed projects, examining various documents that represent the conception and working methods of artistic research. The focus is on exposing and transmitting the journey of creation rather than just the final

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La Cinémathèque française

Tai Katō

Oct 14 to Nov 26

This exhibition is a retrospective dedicated to the work of Tai Katō, a committed filmmaker who faced significant repercussions for his progressive views during the Japanese Red Purges. Forced to conceal his political leanings, he masterfully embedded them within his genre films, including chanbara (samurai dramas), thrillers, and melodramas. Katō exemplifies the rebellious filmmaker who successfully navigated the studio system, transforming budget and time constraints into a source of extraordinary plastic invention. Rediscovered 30 years ago through a retrospective of twelve films at Locarno, Tai Katō directed approximately 40 lesser-known yet astonishing films. This homage aims to bring t

Tai Katō

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La Cinémathèque française · GF

Les conférences du Conservatoire

Oct 23 to Nov 27

This is a series of monthly conferences organized by the Cinémathèque française's Conservatory of Cinematographic Techniques. These events aim to explore the technical history of cinema through specialized talks. Each conference features an expert discussing a specific aspect of film history, often accompanied by demonstrations of historical equipment, reconstructions of processes, analysis of rare documents, or screenings of seldom-seen films. The topics covered are diverse, ranging from the mechanics of devices like the Steadicam and CinemaScope to the origins of immersive sound and the evolution of aerial cinematography. Some conferences delve into the technical aspects of specific films

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La Cinémathèque française

Ma Petite Cinémathèque

Sep 28, 2022 to Nov 29

Ma Petite Cinémathèque is a program at La Cinémathèque française that offers classic films on the big screen for children, teenagers, and their parents. The aim is to foster a better understanding and appreciation of cinema history. Each screening includes an introduction, and on Wednesdays, these are followed by debates. The program also features family-friendly cinema events, with films for children and adolescents shown every Wednesday, Sunday, and during school holidays. Additionally, practical workshops are held every weekend in the Cinémathèque's studios, allowing young participants to engage in filmmaking activities and experience being directors. This initiative provides a comprehens

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Centre Pompidou · mille formes, Clermont-Ferrand

mille formes - Centre d’initiation à l’art pour les 0-6 ans

Sep 12 to Nov 29

Free

Mille formes is a multidisciplinary space designed for young children aged 0-6, offering an interactive exhibition, workshops, and various artistic events. The space encourages exploration through dance, music, performances, and a dedicated area for infants aged 0-24 months. Each program is developed in collaboration with artists from visual arts or performing arts, designers, graphic artists, authors, and musicians, emphasizing the diversity of artistic fields. The exhibition "Chant des ferrailles" by François Dufeil features interactive sculptures made from repurposed industrial objects like car parts and plumbing. Visitors, especially children, are invited to discover the sculptural and s

François Dufeil · Côme Clérino

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Maison Européenne de la Photographie · Studio

Nanténé Traoré — pays des merveilles

Sep 30 to Nov 29

The Maison Européenne de la Photographie presents "pays des merveilles," the first major museum exhibition dedicated to the artist Nanténé Traoré. This exhibition explores intimate imagery, serving as a profound meditation on memory, attachment, and the ephemeral nature of existence. Traoré's return to the Breton coast, a place tied to his childhood, resurfaced traumatic memories, initiating a period of depression and dissociation. He utilized expired film stock from the 1990s, resulting in images that convey a sense of disorientation where reality appears to dissolve. The chemical alterations of the film transform colors, blur outlines, and create unstable, almost spectral visions. Within t

Nanténé Traoré

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La Cinémathèque française

Nos 90 ans en 180 films

Sep 16 to Nov 29

This exhibition celebrates the 90th anniversary of La Cinémathèque française by showcasing 180 films that represent a curated selection of cinematic masterpieces. The exhibition is presented as a cinephile's shared recreation, a way to compile favorite films and assert a taste, inviting viewers to revisit some of the world's most beautiful films in optimal conditions. It aims to construct a personal history of cinema through these screenings. The program includes a diverse range of films from different eras and directors, offering a comprehensive overview of cinematic history. Visitors can expect to see iconic films that have shaped the art of filmmaking. The exhibition is designed to be an

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Jeu de Paume · SESC 24 de Maio

O Mundo Através da IA

Aug 6 to Nov 29

This exhibition, titled 'O Mundo Através da IA' (The World Through AI), is presented at SESC 24 de Maio, a venue associated with Jeu de Paume. It explores the intricate relationships between artificial intelligence and contemporary artistic creation. The exhibition features a unique presentation of works by French and Brazilian artists. These artists prompt critical reflection on the ethical, environmental, and social implications of AI. Visitors will engage with the profound impact of AI on our society. The exhibition's narrative is enhanced by 'time capsules.' These capsules were exclusively conceived by Brazilian curators. They offer a historical perspective specifically linked to Brazil'

Antonio Somaini · Giselle Beiguelman · Bruno Moreschi · Gabriel Pereira Oliveira · Mariana Tamashiro

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Musée de l'Armée · Corridor de Valenciennes et piliers de la cour d’honneur

Saison américaine

Jul 1 to Nov 30

This exhibition, part of the 'American Season' at the Musée de l'Armée, commemorates the 250th anniversary of American independence by exploring the historical ties between France and the United States. It highlights the military and political alliance that began with France's intervention in the American Revolutionary War, embodied by figures like the Marquis de La Fayette and George Washington. The season features two main exhibitions: 'Figures de l’amitié franco-américaine' and 'Du Marquis à la Task Force Lafayette'. The first, displayed under the arcades of the Cour d'honneur, showcases the intertwined paths of 16 French and American personalities who fostered diplomatic friendship or st

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Centre Pompidou · Centre-Val de Loire

Pompidou Circus

MuMo x Centre Pompidou

Aug 25 to Dec 4

Free

Pompidou Circus is a new travelling exhibition created by the Centre Pompidou, drawing from its extensive collection to explore the world of the circus and performance. This exhibition, a collaboration between MuMo and Centre Pompidou, delves into the imaginary realm of the circus. It features works inspired by Henri Matisse's cut-outs from his famous book 'Jazz' and explores the melancholic figure of the saltimbanque, a character on the fringes of society, as depicted by artists like Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, and Georges Rouault. Visitors will encounter a variety of circus characters including horses, elephants, tamers, riders, acrobats, harlequins, clowns, and magicians. The exhibition

Henri Matisse · Pablo Picasso · Marc Chagall · Georges Rouault · Alexandra Exter · Camille Bombois

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Musée du Louvre

Affinities

Jun 24 to Dec 6

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Musée d'Orsay · Salle 33, Niveau 5

Marie and Félix Bracquemond, decorative arts drawings

Sep 22 to Dec 6

€16

This exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay showcases the decorative arts drawings of Marie and Félix Bracquemond. In 2024, the museum received a significant donation of nearly 200 paintings and drawings by the artist couple from their descendants. Additional purchases were made the same year to enhance the collection. Marie Bracquemond was a notable female figure in the Impressionist movement, alongside Cassatt and Morisot. Félix Bracquemond was a prominent engraver of his era, closely associated with Impressionist circles. He is particularly recognized for his work on the Rousseau dinner service, which heralded the rise of Japonisme. From 1872 to 1881, he managed an artistic ceramics workshop in

Marie Bracquemond · Félix Bracquemond

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Musée national Gustave Moreau · Musée Gustave Moreau

Talisman.

Ali Banisadr has free rein.

Sep 9 to Dec 7

This exhibition, titled "Talisman.", features contemporary artist Ali Banisadr, who has been given carte blanche to create a new programming format. This initiative, launched in the bicentennial year of Gustave Moreau's birth, aims to embody the spirit of Moreau's museum-studio as a place for creation, education, and transmission. The program seeks to perpetuate the idea of timeless art, imbued with symbolism and reexamined by successive generations. By showcasing the perspectives of both young and established artists, the exhibition fosters a fresh interpretation of Gustave Moreau's legacy and its resonance in the contemporary world. This intergenerational dialogue highlights connections, i

Ali Banisadr

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Musée d'art et d'histoire du Judaïsme · Auditorium foyer

Chaïm Kaliski. « Jim from Etterbeek »

Jan 22 to Dec 13

€13

This exhibition presents "Jim from Etterbeek," a monumental work by Chaïm-Charles Kaliski (1929–2015) that chronicles the Occupation of Brussels. The exhibition features over five thousand drawings created by Kaliski, an individual whose life was profoundly shaped by the Holocaust. Born in Brussels in 1929 to a Polish Jewish family, Kaliski's life was irrevocably altered by the Nazi occupation of Belgium in May 1940. After a brief period in France, the family returned to Brussels, where they narrowly escaped deportation and denunciation. Kaliski's father was arrested in February 1944, an event that deeply traumatized Chaïm and marked him for life. He began drawing his experiences at the age

Chaïm-Charles Kaliski

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Centre Pompidou

Do our chimeras most resemble us ?

Sep 14 to Dec 13

This online exhibition, "Do our chimeras most resemble us?", is the third part of a collaboration between Centre Pompidou and KADIST, focusing on the relationship between artistic creation and generative artificial intelligence. It follows previous events in 2023 and 2024 that explored similar themes. The exhibition draws inspiration from Victor Hugo's "Les Misérables", where he suggested that our chimeras—composite creatures born from desire, fear, and contradiction—are what best resemble us. In this context, contemporary chimeras are understood as large language models and generative AI systems. These systems are hybrid constructs, assembled from vast amounts of human data, archives, and a

Agnieszka Polska · Sofia Crespo · Elsa Werth · Egor Kraft · Jonas Lund · Jon Rafman

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Musée Cernuschi · Salle Peinture

Hashigakari*

Sep 8 to Dec 13

This exhibition celebrates the 60th anniversary of artist Matsutani Takesada's arrival in France. The Musée Cernuschi is showcasing three of his works, recently donated to the museum, in a special display dedicated to this major figure of contemporary Japanese art. Matsutani Takesada, born in Osaka in 1937, developed a unique technique using vinyl glue, often mixed with acrylic paint or graphite. He would inflate the glue with air through a straw, creating organic, bubble-like forms that solidified into unique shapes. This technique, which he developed before moving to France, is exemplified in the work 'Cercle-Cernuschi' (2025-26), created specifically for this exhibition and donated by the

Matsutani Takesada

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Maison de Victor Hugo

Hugo et l'architecture

De la pierre à la plume

Jun 11 to Dec 13

€13

This exhibition delves into the profound connection between Victor Hugo and architecture, exploring how it permeated his literary and graphic works. Hugo, a romantic writer, accomplished playwright, engaged poet, visionary artist, and decorator, had a special and indispensable relationship with architecture that consistently inspired him. Churches, cathedrals, and castles filled his notebooks and gave meaning to his narratives. The exhibition highlights Hugo's role as a staunch defender of heritage, echoing his 1825 "War on Demolishers" plea. His most famous work on this theme, the novel "Notre-Dame de Paris" (1831), is a testament to his unique conception of architecture, where the grand ca

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Musée Cernuschi · Salle du Bouddha

Perspective d'argile

Oct 20 to Dec 13

Free

This exhibition at the Musée Cernuschi features a contemporary installation by Korean artist Shim Moon Seup, titled 'Perspective d'argile'. Shim Moon Seup, born in 1943, is a significant figure in the Korean art scene, known for his avant-garde installations that alter the perception of space and engage with nature. He has lived between France and Korea since 1992. Early in his career, he was associated with the Korean avant-garde and developed a practice similar to Japan's Mono-ha movement, arranging materials to create new spatial perceptions and dialogues between raw and transformed states. While he also created two-dimensional works, his primary contribution lies in his installations and

Shim Moon Seup

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Musée du Louvre

Hosts at the Louvre

Sep 24 to Dec 14

This exhibition explores the concept of 'hosts' within the museum context. It delves into the diverse entities that inhabit and animate the Louvre, from the artworks themselves to the visitors and the staff. The exhibition aims to foster a deeper understanding of the museum as a living, dynamic space. Visitors will encounter a variety of perspectives on what it means to be a 'host' at one of the world's most renowned cultural institutions. The exhibition will showcase how different elements contribute to the unique atmosphere and experience of the Louvre. It encourages reflection on the relationships between objects, people, and place. The display will likely feature a mix of historical arti

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Musée du Louvre · Sully wing – Salle de la Chapelle

Hosts at the Louvre - Kader Attia and Elizabeth Peyton

Kader Attia and Elizabeth Peyton

Sep 24 to Dec 14

This exhibition features Kader Attia and Elizabeth Peyton, the 2024-2026 Hosts at the Louvre. Attia, born in 1970, is known for his work exploring the intersection of form and thought, living and working between Paris and Berlin. Peyton, born in 1965, is celebrated for her vibrant portraiture, working from Paris and New York. For two years, both artists had studios within the Louvre, engaging with museum staff and the public. Their works, created during their residencies, are now presented together in the Salle de la Chapelle. Attia's contribution includes a film and an installation inspired by his personal explorations of the museum, reflecting on time, memory, and perception. Peyton's disp

Kader Attia · Elizabeth Peyton

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Centre Pompidou · Forum des images, Paris

Séances spéciales - Automne 2026

Sep 21 to Dec 16

This event presents special film screenings as part of the Autumn 2026 program. It is organized by the Cinémathèque du documentaire, a documentary film library. These screenings are a privileged opportunity to engage with partners of the Cinémathèque. Key partners include France Télévisions, ARTE, LaScam, and the DEMC. The program is curated by the Bpi - Bibliothèque publique d'information. It focuses on documentary cinema, offering a diverse selection of films. Visitors can expect to see a range of contemporary and significant documentary works. The event aims to highlight the importance and richness of the documentary genre. It provides a platform for discussion and engagement with filmmak

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Centre Pompidou · Centre Wallonie-Bruxelles, Paris

Les yeux doc à midi - Mémoire vive

Sep 18 to Dec 18

Free

This event, titled 'Les yeux doc à midi - Mémoire vive,' explores the concept of living memory through documentary film. It presents a collection of testimonies and traces that reconstruct past events and offer portraits of places, actions, and individuals. The films span diverse locations including Brazil, Cambodia, Yugoslavia, Estonia, and France. They revisit memories, address past wounds, and encourage critical reflection on the present. The program highlights how geography shapes human history, the political dimension of the intimate, and the role of shared narratives in community building. It emphasizes that a society that forgets cannot face the future with confidence. The films are p

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Centre Pompidou · Maison Pompidou, Paris

La Bataille des couleurs

Feb 13 to Dec 24

Free

This exhibition, 'La Bataille des couleurs' (The Battle of Colors), delves into the tumultuous and often controversial process behind the iconic color scheme of the Centre Pompidou building. Originally, the building, designed by architects Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers with Gianfranco Franchini and Ove Arup & Partners, was almost a different color entirely, with proposals ranging from gold and blue to brown and even all yellow. The exhibition traces this 'battle of colors' that took place during the construction phase in the 1970s. It reveals how the final, now-iconic pop colors were the result of numerous debates and controversies involving President Georges Pompidou, the architects, museu

Renzo Piano · Richard Rogers · Gianfranco Franchini · Ove Arup & Partners · Michel Cadestin

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Centre Pompidou

Grands formats

Until Dec 27

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Musée Maillol · Musée Maillol in Banyuls-sur-Mer

Maillol and Greece

Marbles in the Sun

Jun 11 to Dec 31

This exhibition, "Maillol and Greece: Marbles in the Sun," presented at the Musée Maillol in Banyuls-sur-Mer, explores the profound connection between the artist Aristide Maillol and the art of Greek Antiquity. The exhibition takes Maillol's 1908 journey to Greece as a central theme, revealing the deep ties that bound him to the ancient world. It showcases an illuminating selection of Maillol's works, including paintings, drawings, sculptures, photographs, and prints, all of which demonstrate this influence. The narrative highlights Maillol's personal journey through Greece with his friend and patron, Count Harry Kessler, from April 25 to June 3, 1908. While this trip marked a significant en

Aristide Maillol

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Bibliothèque nationale de France · Musée départemental de la Céramique

Satyres, sérieux s'abstenir ! Mythes antiques d’Athènes à Lezoux

Jun 1 to Dec 31

This exhibition, a collaboration between the BnF and the Musée départemental de la Céramique in Lezoux, focuses on the ancient Greek and Roman mythological figures of satyrs. Often depicted as half-human, half-beast creatures, satyrs were integral to the retinue of Dionysus (Bacchus), the god of wine. The exhibition explores their diverse roles, from vineyard workers and soldiers to beings of excess, driven by insatiable appetites and a penchant for jokes. Visitors will see how vase painters in Athens depicted them as transgressive figures, while in Roman culture, they were associated with revelry and the mysteries of nature alongside Pan and fauns. The display features numerous pieces from

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Centre Pompidou

Visite dans l'exposition « Prix Marcel Duchamp »

Until Dec 31

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Musée des Arts Décoratifs

[SUR INVITATION/DESIGN] Paris > Kyoto > Paris. Quatre designers de retour du Japon

Sep 10 to Jan 3, 2027

This exhibition, held from September 10, 2026, to January 3, 2027, showcases the work of four designers—Nina Fradet, Tony Jouanneau, Felipe Ribon, and Marion Vidal—who participated in residencies at the Villa Kujoyama in Japan. Their creations, developed after their time in Kyoto, reveal a sensitive and unique perspective on Japan, blending art, science, and design. These hybrid works explore new languages, combining precise craftsmanship with creative freedom. The exhibition highlights their innovative approach, which resonates with Japanese savoir-faire and the museum's collections. The designers' research draws inspiration from biology, art, architecture, and fashion, reinterpreting Japan

Nina Fradet · Tony Jouanneau · Felipe Ribon · Marion Vidal

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Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine · Cité de l'architecture - Entrée Trocadéro

Atelier Architecture Perraudin — Grand Prix national de l’architecture 2024

« L’architecture ? C’est fait pour rendre les gens heureux ! »

Oct 16 to Jan 3, 2027

€13

This exhibition at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine showcases the work of Atelier Architecture Perraudin, recipients of the 2024 Grand Prix national de l’architecture. The exhibition highlights their humanistic and sustainable vision of architecture, emphasizing how each construction fosters connections between people, materials, and the environment. It presents a carte blanche to the agency, known for its expertise in eco-responsible building. The exhibition argues that architecture is not merely a construction but a way of inhabiting the world, advocating for a return to the tangible, the slowness of creation, and the precision of gestures in an era of speed and abstraction. Fou

Atelier Architecture Perraudin · Gilles Perraudin · Jean-Manuel Perraudin

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Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine · salle Montoire / Galerie des peintures murales

Benoit Marini

Turbulence / Empreintes invisibles

Oct 16 to Jan 3, 2027

€13

Benoit Marini presents an exhibition exploring the perception of light and its transformation into physical sculptures. For over a decade, Marini has investigated how light can shape space, creating luminous sculptures that possess a tangible presence. These forms are dynamic, evolving to appear almost alive, inviting visitors to share their space and move around them. The exhibition features two key works: 'Turbulence' and 'Empreintes invisibles'. 'Turbulence' begins with a regular, calm form that gradually becomes more intense, its transformation unfolding slowly. This luminous volume encourages contemplative observation. 'Empreintes invisibles' is a new research project developed at the C

Benoit Marini

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Musée d'Orsay · Salle 8, Niveau 0

Echoes of the Invisible

The Musée d’Orsay collections seen through adolescents' eyes

Oct 13 to Jan 3, 2027

From €16

This exhibition is the result of the Orsay Lab initiative, a project launched in 2025 for young people aged 18 to 25. It aims to inspire original and socially engaged projects that connect the museum's collections with contemporary issues. The winning project, by Jad Bestautte, focuses on raising awareness about mental health and emotional sensitivity among young people. Bestautte envisioned the museum as a meeting place where artworks serve as catalysts for connection and where mental health concerns can be openly discussed. Adolescents receiving care at the Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital's Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Department visited the Musée d’Orsay. They engaged with the artworks, whi

Jad Bestautte · Lilou Barnes · François Blanchetière · Jean-Rémi Touzet

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Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine · Cité de l'architecture - Entrée Trocadéro

François Morellet, traits d'esprit

Oct 16 to Jan 3, 2027

€13

This exhibition, held at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine, celebrates the centenary of François Morellet's birth. In partnership with the Centre Pompidou and CNAP, it presents a unique display exploring how the artist transformed architectural space into a playground for contemporary art. The exhibition features a selection of about forty works, including three monumental pieces integrated within the permanent collections. It highlights Morellet's influence on contemporary art's engagement with public and architectural spaces. His works, often found on facades, in gardens, stations, and public squares, demonstrate a dynamic interplay between geometric abstraction and the urban env

François Morellet

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Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine · Galerie Carlu

Kennedy Yanko

Ce qui nous rassemble

Oct 16 to Jan 3, 2027

€13

The Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine presents an exhibition by American artist Kennedy Yanko, focusing on her unique practice at the intersection of sculpture and painting. Yanko transforms salvaged materials, primarily metal, into sculptural structures. She then covers these structures with acrylic paint, creating a dialogue between the solidity of steel and the fluidity of color. Her work is influenced by abstract expressionism, action painting, and Color Field painting. The exhibition is displayed within the Cité's Galerie des Moulages, where her contemporary sculptures engage in a dialogue with the monumental French sculptural masterpieces. Yanko's forms are often described as org

Kennedy Yanko

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Le BAL

L'Espace entre nous

Dans la collection du Wilson Centre for Photography

Jun 19 to Jan 3, 2027

This exhibition, 'L'Espace entre nous' (The Space Between Us), showcases a rare collection from the Wilson Centre for Photography, curated by Diane Dufour with Julie Héraut. It marks the first time LE BAL dedicates an exhibition to a single collection, featuring approximately 120 prints, mostly from their original period. The exhibition delves into the complex, often unstable, yet luminous relationship between the photographer and their subject. It explores the fleeting and premeditated encounters, from spontaneous captures to collaborative staging, questioning the dynamic that forms between the artist and their subject at the moment of the photograph's creation. The display examines what an

Lola Álvarez Bravo · Manuel Álvarez Bravo · Bill Brandt · Josef Breitenbach · Horace Bristol · Esther Bubley

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Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine · galerie des peintures murales

Ma Kelu

Le souffle et le vide

Oct 16 to Jan 3, 2027

€13

This exhibition at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine presents the paintings of Ma Kelu, marking his first exhibition in France. The works are displayed in the gallery of mural paintings. Ma Kelu, born in Shanghai in 1954, is part of a generation of artists who emerged in the 1970s outside official circles. He was a founding member of the No Name group and later moved to New York. There, influenced by action painting and color field, he developed a gestural, atmospheric, and minimalist abstraction. His poetic paintings resonate with medieval frescoes, echoing their forms and themes. The figures in his work appear like clouds shaped by the wind, defying gravity. His art emphasizes th

Ma Kelu

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Grand Palais · Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine

Patrimoines en résistance

De Tombouctou à Odessa

May 20 to Jan 3, 2027

€13

This exhibition, 'Patrimoines en résistance' (Heritage in Resistance), explores the vulnerability of cultural heritage in contemporary conflicts and the forms of resistance and reconstruction that give it meaning and future. It highlights how heritage sites, from Timbuktu to Odessa and Bamiyan to Gaza, become primary targets during armed conflicts. The exhibition prompts reflection on the mechanisms of erasure while revealing the acts of resistance and repair emerging from crises. While war has always caused destruction, the early 21st century is marked by intensified and systematic attacks on cultural and natural heritage. A pivotal moment was the destruction of Timbuktu's mausoleums in 201

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Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine

Patrimoines en résistance

De Tombouctou à Odessa

May 20 to Jan 3, 2027

€13

This exhibition, 'Heritage in Resistance: From Timbuktu to Odessa,' explores the deliberate destruction of cultural heritage in armed conflicts and the subsequent acts of resistance and repair. It highlights how conflict has increasingly targeted cultural sites, with the intentional destruction of Timbuktu's mausoleums in 2012 being a turning point, recognized as a war crime. The exhibition showcases a remarkable collection of maps, texts, photographs, videos, contemporary artworks, and digital replicas created by Iconem. It is structured into three sequences: 'Erase,' detailing various forms of destruction; 'Resist,' focusing on the actions of institutions, NGOs, and citizens to protect and

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Institut du monde arabe · Musée de l'IMA, niveau 5

Tenter l’art pour soigner - À l’hôpital psychiatrique de Blida-Joinville dans les années 1960

Oct 22, 2025 to Jan 3, 2027

€10

This exhibition, 'Tenter l’art pour soigner' (Trying Art to Heal), focuses on the artistic creations produced at the Blida-Joinville Psychiatric Hospital (HPB) in Algeria during the 1960s. The exhibition highlights a significant donation received by the Institut du monde arabe museum, comprising archives, painted ceramics, and gouache paintings. These works were created during social therapy workshops led at the HPB, an institution historically linked to Frantz Fanon. The hospital, founded in 1933, was a site where Frantz Fanon served as chief physician from 1953 to 1956. Fanon revolutionized psychiatric approaches, moving away from colonial practices to embrace a culturally sensitive and so

Moussaoui S. · Anonyme · B.M.T. · R. H. · Bouhjiat · Dolach S.

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Lafayette Anticipations

Yu Nishimura

Towards a Sea

Oct 21 to Jan 3, 2027

Free

Lafayette Anticipations presents the first institutional solo exhibition in France by Japanese painter Yu Nishimura. The exhibition, titled 'Towards a Sea', features approximately fifty works created over the past decade, including new pieces made specifically for this show. It explores Nishimura's fascination with landscapes, particularly those bordering the sea, a recurring motif since his childhood. The exhibition is designed as a meditative journey, incorporating human and animal figures, as well as plant and mineral elements that blend with the marine theme. Nishimura's art merges imagination with reality, creating enigmatic scenes where locations influence the figures. He employs oil a

Yu Nishimura

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Musée d'Art moderne de Paris · Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris

Florian Krewer

woven thin

Jun 19 to Jan 4, 2027

The Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris presents Florian Krewer: woven thin, the artist’s first solo exhibition in France. This exhibition showcases sixteen monumental paintings, including several new works, installed within the museum's permanent collection display. The dense arrangement of these works creates a rich visual panorama, offering visitors an immersive experience into Krewer's artistic universe. Krewer's practice is deeply personal, drawing inspiration from his immediate surroundings, capturing both the beauty and harshness of the world. His art blends lived experiences with fantasy, featuring a diverse cast of characters in ethereal landscapes and interiors. These figures, such as dan

Florian Krewer

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Musée Guimet · Rotunda on the 2nd floor of the Guimet Museum

Knowledge in trompe-l’œil, Korea (18th-20th century)

Sep 16 to Jan 4, 2027

This exhibition delves into the fascinating world of trompe-l'oeil art in Korea, spanning from the 18th to the 20th century. It explores the concept of the library as a space of knowledge, escapism, and scholarly pursuit. In the late 18th-century Joseon Kingdom, King Jeongjo used trompe-l'oeil paintings of libraries to symbolically surround himself with books, stimulating virtue and conversation. He commissioned royal painters to create these works for his study and even behind his throne. The development of this art form was influenced by Korean embassies in Beijing, where they encountered Chinese treasure cabinets and the Jesuit art of perspective. This fusion of Chinese scholarly traditio

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Musée national Jean-Jacques Henner

Portraits de famille

Sep 16 to Jan 4, 2027

This exhibition, 'Portraits de famille,' delves into the profound significance of family in the artistic life of Jean-Jacques Henner. Following the death of his father, Georges Guillaume Henner, his family provided unwavering support throughout his career. Beyond material assistance, they also played a crucial role in his artistic development. By painting their portraits, Henner explored and perfected this genre, to which he remained deeply attached. The exhibition showcases portraits of his family members at various stages of their lives, highlighting them as his first and last models. This rich collection of portraits attests to the strong bonds that united Henner with his loved ones, who

Jean-Jacques Henner

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Grand Palais · Musée du Luxembourg

Andy Warhol

La ligne et l’image

Sep 16 to Jan 10, 2027

€14

This exhibition at the Musée du Luxembourg delves into a lesser-known but essential facet of Andy Warhol's prolific career: his drawings. While widely recognized for his iconic Pop Art silkscreens and celebrity portraits, Warhol also produced an exceptional body of drawn work that accompanied him throughout his artistic journey. The exhibition showcases this medium, demonstrating its significance from his early "Self-Portrait" in 1942 to his acrylic drawings related to "The Last Supper" in 1986. Warhol's drawing output is abundant and diverse, encompassing portraits, caricatures, genre scenes, advertising illustrations, and self-promotional portfolios. In his early career, drawing was his pr

Andy Warhol

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Musée du Luxembourg

Andy Warhol

La ligne et l’image

Sep 16 to Jan 10, 2027

€14

This exhibition, "Andy Warhol. The Line and the Image," focuses on the artist's drawing practice, revealing its essential role throughout his career. While Warhol is widely known for his silkscreens and celebrity portraits, his drawings were a constant medium for experimentation and the development of his unique visual language. The exhibition traces his drawing production from an early "Self-Portrait" in 1942 to drawings for "The Last Supper" in 1986. Initially, drawing was his primary tool for commercial illustration and self-promotion, allowing him to move beyond influences like Klee, Picasso, and Cocteau. After a period focused on painting and film, Warhol returned to drawing with renewe

Andy Warhol

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Musée des Arts Décoratifs · cabinet des Dessins, Papiers peints et Photographies

Marion Delarue. Pierre, plume, ciseaux !

Oct 7 to Jan 10, 2027

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs presents the creations of Marion Delarue, an artist whose work stems from the universe of ceremonial adornment and is embodied through perpetual concerns related to the body. Her pieces constantly question the notion of wearability, playing with the confusions between authenticity and imitation, and between nature and artifice. The exhibition showcases her exploration of simulacra and metamorphosis. Delarue is passionate about traditional Asian techniques and body ornaments, using materials such as feathers, mother-of-pearl, porcelain, glass, and lacquer. Fascinated by the tian-ts'ui technique, an ancestral Chinese savoir-faire that integrates delicate kingfishe

Marion Delarue

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Musée d'Orsay · Cabinet d'arts graphiques, Salle 41, niveau 5

Maurice Denis

Illustrating Christian mysticism

Oct 8 to Jan 10, 2027

€16

This exhibition delves into Maurice Denis's profound engagement with Christian mysticism, particularly through his illustrations for "The Imitation of Christ." Denis viewed illustration not as a mere subservient task, but as an opportunity for "decoration without servitude to the text," deeply merging his artistic practice with his Christian faith. "The Imitation of Christ," a devotional text attributed to Thomas à Kempis, was a significant bestseller from the early 15th century through the 19th century. Denis discovered this influential book as a teenager and harbored a long-held desire to illustrate it. After more than a decade of dedicated work, he collaborated with the avant-garde publis

Maurice Denis

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Paris

Stan Douglas. Parallax

Oct 20 to Jan 10, 2027

The Jeu de Paume presents "Parallax," the most significant retrospective of Stan Douglas in France in over 30 years. Since the late 1980s, Douglas has created ambitious works exploring how history is constructed, represented, and transmitted. Through complex narrative devices, he reveals the mechanisms by which images shape our perception of reality and expose social, political, and cultural tensions of each era. Douglas lives and works in Vancouver, combining cinema and photography to investigate the processes involved in creating reality, considering perception itself as a subject. His installations delve into the role of technology in image creation and how these images influence collecti

Stan Douglas

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Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection · Gallery 2

The World According to Penn

Until Jan 10, 2027

From €9

This exhibition, "The World According to Penn," showcases an extensive collection of nearly 450 photographs by Irving Penn, drawn from the Pinault Collection. Spanning his prolific career from the 1940s to the early 2000s, the display offers a comprehensive immersion into the artist's unique visual universe. Penn, a pivotal figure in 20th-century American photography, revolutionized fashion and portraiture with his signature style: sober, direct, and enduring. The exhibition eschews a strict chronological or thematic arrangement, instead fostering a dynamic dialogue between diverse works. Visitors will encounter portraits of notable figures, striking fashion images, ethnographic documentatio

Irving Penn

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Musée du Louvre · Sully wing, level 1, room 605

Michel Lacoste’s donation to the musée du Louvre

Precious metalwork from Pierre Mangot to Jean-Élisée Puiforcat

Jun 26 to Jan 11, 2027

This exhibition showcases a significant donation of approximately one hundred precious metalwork pieces to the Musée du Louvre, gifted by Michel Lacoste. These artworks represent a substantial portion of his collection, amassed since the 2000s, and highlight the technical mastery and refined aesthetics of French precious metalwork from the 16th to the 18th centuries. The exhibition provides a unique opportunity to view these pieces alongside the Louvre's existing collection of silver and ceramic ware. Michel Lacoste's passion for this art form was sparked by a catalogue from the Puiforcat collection sales, a major auction that never occurred. He wishes to share his passion, preserve these wo

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Bibliothèque nationale de France · Collège de France

Foucault. Une aventure intellectuelle au Collège de France

Sep 30 to Jan 15, 2027

Free

This exhibition, held at the Collège de France and the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF), celebrates the centenary of Michel Foucault's birth. It traces the intellectual journey of the renowned philosopher, who taught at the Collège de France from 1970 to 1984. The exhibition showcases unpublished manuscripts, archives, and audio-visual testimonies, offering a deep dive into Foucault's thought, which remains profoundly relevant today. His election to the Collège de France in 1970 marked the beginning of a nearly fourteen-year intellectual endeavor, resulting in works that are now studied globally. Foucault's lectures at the Collège de France served as a laboratory for his ideas, giving

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Musée du quai Branly · Galerie Jardin

First Nations

Arts and Culture of the Northwest Coast of North America

Sep 28 to Jan 16, 2027

€14

This exhibition explores the art and culture of the First Nations of the American Northwest, a region spanning nearly 1,800 kilometers of coastline and encompassing approximately 40 languages. These indigenous peoples developed complex sedentary societies without agriculture or writing, sustained by abundant natural resources like salmon, candlestick fish, marine mammals, and vast cedar forests. This wealth fostered a sophisticated way of life and a unique worldview, deeply embedded in their art. Their artistic creations feature mythical beings and spirit animals, such as the Raven, revered as the creator and ancestor of the clans. These figures, embodying stories and ancestral rights, are i

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La Cinémathèque française · Musée Méliès

Musée Méliès, La Magie du cinéma

Jul 9, 2022 to Jan 16, 2027

€10

This exhibition at La Cinémathèque française celebrates the groundbreaking work of Georges Méliès, a visionary filmmaker and inventor. It showcases an unparalleled collection of over 300 machines, costumes, posters, drawings, and models, alongside approximately 150 photographs and Méliès's films, including rare and well-known works. The exhibition traces Méliès's journey from Montreuil to Hollywood, highlighting his role as a precursor to cinematic surrealism and a master of special effects. Visitors will encounter a range of historical and cutting-edge devices, including magic lanterns and a virtual reality experience. The display emphasizes Méliès's genius in pioneering special effects

Georges Méliès

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Centre Pompidou

Visite de l'exposition « Cezanne et nous »

Until Jan 16, 2027

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Centre Pompidou · MAC VAL, Vitry-sur-Seine

Visite de l’exposition « Le genre idéal »

Sep 5 to Jan 16, 2027

Free

This is a guided visit to the exhibition "Le genre idéal" (The Ideal Genre), part of the Centre Pompidou's collection. It offers an active and playful exploration of the collection's thematic displays. These exhibitions are regularly updated to present artworks in a renewed context and approach. In 2025, MAC VAL, celebrating its 20th anniversary, conceived a tour focused on the hierarchy of genres. The exhibition aims to re-examine artworks through a contemporary lens. Visitors will engage with the collection in a dynamic and enjoyable manner. The focus is on understanding how gender is represented and hierarchized within art. This visit provides an opportunity to see familiar works in a new

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Musée d'Orsay · Grand Palais (Paris) - Galeries 3 et 4

Cezanne and Us

Sep 23 to Jan 17, 2027

This exhibition explores the profound artistic legacy of Paul Cezanne, tracing his journey from a reclusive figure to a foundational icon of modern art. It highlights how his work was perceived and acquired by artists and collectors in the 1880s, a period when he had ceased exhibiting. The exhibition details his growing recognition through early monographic shows and the acquisition of his works by major institutions. Cezanne's elevation to the status of 'father of modernity' by the European avant-garde is a key focus. The exhibition examines his reception through the lens of the emerging Symbolist movement, as celebrated by Maurice Denis. It delves into the diverse interpretations of his ar

Paul Cezanne

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Centre Pompidou · Grand Palais, Paris

Cezanne et nous

Sep 23 to Jan 17, 2027

€19

This exhibition explores the profound and enduring influence of Paul Cézanne on modern art. It presents a dialogue between Cézanne's seminal works and those of artists who have drawn inspiration from him to redefine painting from the late 19th century to the present day. The exhibition is structured in two parts, tracing Cézanne's impact from the 1880s to today, highlighting how artists claimed him as "the father of us all," a sentiment echoed by Picasso. It examines the discovery of Cézanne's radical forms by his early followers, who found in his work a path towards abstraction. The exhibition also details key moments in Cézanne's rise to prominence, including the role of art dealer Ambrois

Paul Cezanne

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Grand Palais · Galeries 3 et 4

Cezanne et nous

Sep 23 to Jan 17, 2027

€19

This exhibition, 'Cezanne et nous,' explores the profound and lasting artistic legacy of Paul Cezanne (1839-1906). It showcases nearly 180 works that trace how his art was discovered, interpreted, and transformed by subsequent generations of artists. The exhibition highlights Cezanne's radical formal innovations, which resonated with artists seeking a 'pure' art and paved the way for abstraction. It details his gradual rise to recognition, from early exhibitions organized by Ambroise Vollard to major museum shows and posthumous displays. Cezanne became a crucial reference point for 20th-century avant-gardes, influencing their exploration of the relationship between painting and reality. His

Paul Cezanne · Paul Gauguin · Henri Matisse · Pablo Picasso · Piet Mondrian · Joan Mitchell

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Maison Européenne de la Photographie · Petite Galerie

EVERYDAY CLOTHES

Sep 30 to Jan 17, 2027

This exhibition, located in the Petite Galerie, is specifically designed for young visitors and families to explore photography. It presents a selection of works from the MEP's collections, focusing on the theme of everyday clothing. In dialogue with the 'PENN & FASHION' exhibition, it encourages a new perspective on the familiar object of clothing. The exhibition explores how we use clothes for protection, self-expression, conformity, or to stand out. It highlights how fashion photography often stages clothes to create an image of style, dreams, eras, or personalities. However, it also delves into everyday clothing, which can reveal signs of life such as creases, stains, and mends. These ga

Despatin & Gobeli · Ralph Gibson · August Sander · Albrecht Tübke · Xavier Zimmermann

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Institut du monde arabe · Musée de l'IMA, niveau 7

Libye, patrimoine révélé

May 13 to Jan 17, 2027

€10

This exhibition showcases the extensive scientific work conducted by the French archaeological mission in Libya (MAFL) over nearly fifty years. In collaboration with Libyan authorities, the mission has explored and documented an exceptional heritage across the country, spanning from prehistory to the medieval period. The exhibition highlights the diversity of sites studied, the periods covered, and the crucial efforts in preservation and restoration. Visitors will see evidence of archaeological work in various locations, including Măsak in the Sahara, the Roman fort of Bu Njem, the ancient Phoenician and Roman city of Leptis Magna, the rock shelter of Abou Tamsa, the port of Apollonia, the c

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Fondation Custodia · Fondation Custodia, Collection Frits Lugt

Mes chers amis. Le dessin dans les collections d’artistes français au XIXe siècle

Oct 17 to Jan 17, 2027

€15

This exhibition delves into the collections of drawings amassed by French artists in the 19th century. During this period, artists collected works by their peers out of friendship, admiration, or loyalty, with drawings often holding a special place due to their intimate and personal nature. The exhibition offers a unique perspective on 19th-century French drawing by exploring the social circles and personalities of these artist-collectors. These artists were born between the last third of the 18th century and the first half of the 19th century. The display includes not only drawings but also some paintings and documents. It highlights remarkable sheets, many of which were gifts or exchanges,

Théodore Géricault · Léon Cogniet · Théodore Rousseau · Honoré Daumier · Gustave Doré · James Whistler

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Centre Pompidou · Grand Palais, Paris

Paysages en morceaux de Jérémie Fischer

6-10 ans, en famille

Sep 23 to Jan 17, 2027

From €16

This is a family workshop designed with Jérémie Fischer, aimed at children aged 6-10. Participants will create new landscapes by composing shapes and counter-shapes, moving from figurative drawing towards more abstract compositions. The workshop encourages exploration of color and form. It is designed to be followed by or preceded by a family visit to the exhibition "Cezanne and us". This visit will be guided by the Centre Pompidou's animatrices-conférencières. The combined experience offers a chance to discover the works of Paul Cezanne and artists inspired by him, such as Pablo Picasso, Piet Mondrian, and Vera Molnár. The goal is to observe and understand the transition from figuration to

Jérémie Fischer

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Maison Européenne de la Photographie · Galeries

PENN & FASHION

Sep 30 to Jan 17, 2027

The Maison Européenne de la Photographie presents PENN & FASHION, an exhibition celebrating the influential work of Irving Penn, a pivotal figure in twentieth-century fashion photography. Spanning his career from 1947 to 2008, the exhibition showcases his enduring collaboration with Vogue magazine, which lasted over six decades. Penn's refined aesthetic and masterful composition have left an indelible mark on generations of photographers. The exhibition traces his journey chronologically, beginning with iconic images of Parisian haute couture from the 1950s, featuring designs by Dior and Balenciaga and renowned models. It continues through the 1970s with creations by Ungaro and Courrèges, an

Irving Penn

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Bibliothèque nationale de France · Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth (Texas, États-Unis)

Photography’s First Century. Masterworks of the Bibliothèque nationale de France

Le bicentenaire de la photographie à la BnF

Oct 4 to Jan 17, 2027

This exhibition, designed for the Kimbell Art Museum, showcases the first century of French photography from the rich collections of the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF). It traces the evolution of photography from a scientific invention to a major art form and a revolution in visual culture. The display features approximately 120 works, arranged chronologically and thematically, exploring various processes, key figures, and recurring motifs in photography's history since the 1840s. The exhibition begins with the foundational experiments of Niépce and Daguerre, including early daguerreotypes and views of the Orient. It then moves to the calotype process, which introduced the concept of

Niépce · Daguerre · Eugène et Adalbert Cuvelier · Henri Le Secq · Félix Nadar · Édouard Baldus

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Musée d'Orsay

Vertigo Richard Peduzzi at Orsay

Oct 6 to Jan 17, 2027

€16

This exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay celebrates Richard Peduzzi, a renowned theater and opera set designer and long-time collaborator of Patrice Chéreau. Peduzzi has significantly contributed to the art of scenography throughout his career. His monumental models of the Opéra Garnier and its surroundings have been a notable feature at the Musée d'Orsay since its opening in 1986. In that year, Peduzzi designed the museum's interior, emphasizing 19th-century architecture, including a display highlighting the Opéra Garnier and its Haussmann-renovated neighborhood. These models, offering a vertiginous perspective, remain a highlight for visitors and are emblematic of the museum's collection. Fort

Richard Peduzzi · Charles Garnier · Gianni Gianese

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Fondation Louis Vuitton · Gallery 8

Open Space #19 Mohammad Alfaraj

Oct 9 to Jan 18, 2027

Free

This exhibition at the Fondation Louis Vuitton features Saudi artist Mohammad Alfaraj in his first solo show in France. Alfaraj, born in 1993, is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice encompasses writing, video, photography, drawing, and sculpture. His work is deeply rooted in the Al Ahsa oasis, where he resides and creates. He draws inspiration from Saudi Arabia's oral traditions to explore social practices, urban and rural architecture, and everyday narratives. Through these elements, he examines the complex relationships between humans and the natural world. His artistic output often takes the form of poetic fables that address contemporary ecological, social, and cultural concerns. T

Mohammad Alfaraj

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Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection · Bourse de Commerce

Remember Me

Until Jan 18, 2027

€15

Celebrating the bicentenary of photography's invention, the Bourse de Commerce presents "Remember Me," a major group exhibition featuring approximately 700 works by over 70 artists from the Pinault Collection. The exhibition, inspired by a work of the same name by Barbara Kruger, explores the multifaceted nature of the photographic medium. It eschews a chronological arrangement, instead opting for a free-ranging journey that fosters unexpected connections between different genres and eras. Visitors will encounter a diverse array of historical and contemporary photographs, showcasing the breadth of photographic aesthetics and techniques. The exhibition aims to provide an open, sensorially dri

Barbara Kruger · Raymond Depardon · Gustave Le Gray · Cindy Sherman · Dorothea Lange · Wolfgang Tillmans

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Petit Palais

Eva Gonzalès

Parcours d'une artiste libre

Sep 15 to Jan 24, 2027

€14

The Petit Palais presents an unprecedented monographic exhibition dedicated to the painter Eva Gonzalès (1847-1883), in collaboration with the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Often associated with Mary Cassatt and Berthe Morisot, Gonzalès has never had a major retrospective, either in France or internationally. This exhibition seeks to move beyond the romanticized vision that has long surrounded her life and work, questioning whether she was merely Édouard Manet's sole student. The exhibition highlights a subtle body of work characterized by a fluid and luminous touch. Gonzalès drew her subjects from her family and friends, capturing moments of bourgeois daily life. Featuring nearly 100 works,

Eva Gonzalès

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Musée d'Orsay · Impressionist Gallery (Rooms 29 to 35)

I Spend My Life Painting

A Claude Monet itinerary in the Impressionist Gallery

Sep 30 to Jan 24, 2027

€16

This exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay celebrates Claude Monet on the centennial of his death. It features a dedicated itinerary through the Impressionist Gallery, specifically in Rooms 29 to 35. Five recently studied or restored paintings offer a deeper look into Monet's art, revealing a less spontaneous approach than often perceived. The display traces his career from its early decades to the turn of the 20th century. It highlights his persistent dedication to painting outdoors and capturing his immediate sensory experiences. The works vividly convey the atmosphere of the Seine riverbanks and the dynamic sea waves. They also capture the freshness of spring and the starkness of winter in dive

Claude Monet

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Musée d'Art moderne de Paris · Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris

Kerry James Marshall | The Histories

Sep 18 to Jan 24, 2027

€17

The Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris presents the first exhibition in France dedicated to the American artist Kerry James Marshall. This major retrospective, titled "The Histories," features seventy works spanning over four decades of his career, including eight new paintings created specifically for this show. Kerry James Marshall is recognized as one of the most influential contemporary painters, renowned for his large-scale compositions that prominently feature Black figures, often elevating everyday scenes to an epic scale. His work inserts Black individuals into art historical archetypes, asserting their undeniable presence and challenging traditional art narratives. The exhibition delves i

Kerry James Marshall

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Château de Versailles · Petit Trianon

Marie Antoinette by Sofia Coppola

20th Anniversary

Sep 22 to Jan 24, 2027

€15

This exhibition celebrates the 20th anniversary of Sofia Coppola's 2006 film "Marie Antoinette." It is held at the Petit Trianon and was conceived in collaboration with the director. The exhibition delves into the film's genesis, exploring its aesthetic choices and significant cultural impact. It examines how the film reimagined the historical figure of Marie Antoinette, presenting her as a humanized individual rather than a mere legend. The exhibition highlights the film's departure from traditional historical biographies, focusing on the queen's isolation, boredom, and the restrictive nature of court life. It showcases original costumes by Milena Canonero, props, storyboards, annotated scr

Sofia Coppola

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Musée de Cluny · Musée de Cluny – Musée national du Moyen Âge

Nicolas Flamel

Alchemist of Paper

Oct 13 to Jan 24, 2027

From €12

This exhibition delves into the historical reality behind the legend of Nicolas Flamel, a Parisian public scribe who became an alchemical icon. While popular culture portrays him as a visionary alchemist, magician, and keeper of universal secrets, the exhibition seeks to uncover the man behind the myth. The Musée de Cluny, which holds Flamel's tombstone, presents this artifact alongside archival documents to reveal a different portrait. Flamel is shown as a public writer, a generous benefactor to religious and charitable causes, and a shrewd investor in real estate. The exhibition clarifies that the philosopher's stone is absent from these historical records, as the alchemical legend only em

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Musée d'Art moderne de Paris · Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris

Simone Fattal

Cities at the Bottom of a Lake

Sep 18 to Jan 24, 2027

From €14

In fall 2026, the Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris will present a major exhibition dedicated to Simone Fattal, a Lebanese American artist born in Damascus in 1942 and long-time resident of Paris. The exhibition showcases over fifty years of her artistic career, featuring approximately one hundred works. It spans from her early landscape paintings to her later ceramics and collages. The exhibition is organized thematically rather than chronologically, allowing visitors to explore the core ideas within her consistently evolving and diverse body of work. Fattal, deeply interested in literature and archaeology, first studied philosophy in Beirut and later at the Sorbonne, also attending classes at t

Simone Fattal

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Musée Jacquemart-André · Musée Jacquemart-André, Paris

Timeless Tintoretto

Sep 11 to Jan 24, 2027

€19

The Musée Jacquemart-André presents "Timeless Tintoretto," a comprehensive exhibition dedicated to Jacomo Robusti, known as Tintoretto, a leading figure of Italian Mannerism. This exhibition offers a rare and extensive overview of his entire career, highlighting his profound influence on 19th-century French painting. Tintoretto, whose nickname refers to his father's dyeing trade, was a dominant force in 16th-century Venetian art. His remarkably long career unfolded in Venice, a vibrant cultural capital. The exhibition showcases his early successes, such as the "Miracle of the Slave" from 1548, and his later large-scale decorative cycles for civic buildings like the Doge's Palace and the Scuo

Jacomo Robusti · Tintoretto

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Petit Palais

Visionnaires

Carte blanche à Prune Nourry

Oct 20 to Jan 24, 2027

The Petit Palais presents 'Visionnaires,' an exhibition curated by artist Prune Nourry. This exhibition aims to shed light on lesser-known or forgotten female sculptors throughout art history. Nourry was inspired by the artistic quality and strong commitment of these women. She conducted a year-long research project with three art historians to gather writings and photographic portraits of eighteen sculptors. These artists span the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Notable figures featured include Käthe Kollwitz, Nancy Elizabeth Prophet, Hélène Bertaux, Jane Poupelet, Consuelo de Saint-Exupéry, Selma Hortense Burke, Daria Gamsaragan, and Sarah Bernhardt. In response to their work and lives

Prune Nourry · Käthe Kollwitz · Nancy Elizabeth Prophet · Hélène Bertaux · Jane Poupelet · Consuelo de Saint-Exupéry

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Centre Pompidou · Centre Pompidou-Metz, Metz

Dimanche sans fin - Maurizio Cattelan et la collection du Centre Pompidou

May 8, 2025 to Jan 25, 2027

From €10

To mark its 15th anniversary, the Centre Pompidou-Metz is showcasing hundreds of works from the Centre Pompidou collection throughout its exhibition spaces. This exhibition celebrates the partnership between the two institutions by displaying rarely seen pieces and highlighting various art historical movements. Notable presentations include André Breton's studio wall and Marcel Duchamp's chessboard table. The exhibition explores the concept of 'Sunday,' a theme that evokes numerous ideas and associations, curated by artist Maurizio Cattelan. This theme delves into social, political, and aesthetic issues relevant today, such as the balance between leisure and work, private and public life, sp

Maurizio Cattelan

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Grand Palais · Château de Fontainebleau

Le Panache des Lumières

Sep 19 to Jan 25, 2027

This exhibition, "Le Panache des Lumières" (The Plume of Lights), explores the reappropriation of the figure of Henri IV during the reign of Louis XVI. It investigates how Henri IV was reinvented and celebrated to embody a benevolent monarchy close to the people, particularly as the French monarchy faced instability on the eve of the Revolution. The exhibition highlights Henri IV's resurgence in the political and artistic imagination as the "good king." It showcases his qualities as a sovereign, his humanity, and his connection to the populace during a time of intense political and philosophical debate. The exhibition features approximately forty works, tracing the transformations of Henri I

François-André Vincent

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Grand Palais · Château de Fontainebleau

Marie-Antoinette et Louis XVI à Fontainebleau

Splendeur et douceur de vivre

Oct 11 to Jan 25, 2027

This exhibition at the Château de Fontainebleau explores the significant stays of Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI at the palace between 1774 and 1786. Their visits were marked by political and familial events, highlighting their attachment to Fontainebleau. The exhibition showcases the remarkable preserved decors, such as the Turkish boudoir and the Queen's grand cabinet, created under the guidance of architects Richard Mique, Nicolas-Marie Potain, and Pierre Rousseau. These elements reflect a period of grace in the Château's history. Over 120 remarkable works, including portraits, drawings, sculptures, and objets d'art, are brought together through loans from prestigious institutions like th

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Musée de l'Orangerie

Monet, painting time

Sep 30 to Jan 25, 2027

€12.50

This exhibition at the Musée de l'Orangerie commemorates the centenary of Claude Monet's death by exploring his relationship with time. Monet, a key figure of Impressionism, captured fleeting moments with rapid brushstrokes and clear harmonies. His work evolved from depicting immediate impressions to dissecting time through series like 'The Cathedrals' and 'The Haystacks'. The exhibition culminates with his final testament, the 'Water Lilies' series, which sought to merge into a continuum and solve the problem of fragmentation. The show features nearly forty paintings, primarily from the Musée d'Orsay and Musée Marmottan Monet, alongside loans from international collections. It highlights Mo

Claude Monet

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Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection · Auditorium

Nan Goldin. Stendhal Syndrome

Until Jan 25, 2027

€15

This exhibition, presented in the museum's Auditorium, features Nan Goldin's "Stendhal Syndrome" as a visual dialogue between the universal and the personal. The work reinterprets the phenomenon of Stendhal Syndrome, where intense beauty can cause overwhelming emotional and physical reactions. Presented as a slideshow, it juxtaposes masterpieces from ancient, classical, Renaissance, and Baroque art with intimate portraits of Goldin's close friends and lovers. Created during her visits to major global museums, these images blur the lines between art history and lived experience. They combine mythological figures and historical artworks with Goldin's own community, drawing inspiration from Ovi

Nan Goldin

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Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection · Gallery 3

Raymond Depardon

Until Jan 25, 2027

€15

This exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection showcases approximately fifty photographs by Raymond Depardon, focusing on the landscapes of France. The works are drawn from the Pinault Collection and are displayed in Gallery 3. Depardon, a significant figure in photojournalism and documentary photography, embarked on a long-term project about France in the 1980s, inspired by Walker Evans. He traveled extensively, meticulously documenting French towns, homes, shops, and natural environments. Using a large-format camera, he adopted a methodical approach, taking only one image per location to encourage careful observation. The exhibition highlights his series "La France," which

Raymond Depardon

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Musée du Louvre · Hall Napoléon

Sculpting Colour

Oct 7 to Jan 25, 2027

This exhibition explores the fascinating intersection of sculpture and color, showcasing how artists have used vibrant hues to enhance and transform three-dimensional forms. It delves into the historical evolution of polychromy in sculpture, from ancient times to contemporary practices. Visitors will encounter a diverse range of artworks, including classical statues that were once brightly painted, Renaissance sculptures that experimented with color, and modern and contemporary pieces that push the boundaries of chromatic expression in sculpture. The exhibition highlights the technical innovations and artistic choices involved in coloring sculpture, examining how color can define form, evoke

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Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection · Rotunda and Display Cases

The History of Tears

Until Jan 25, 2027

€15

The Bourse de Commerce presents "The History of Tears," an exhibition by American artist Barbara Kruger. This immersive installation is specifically designed for the museum's Rotunda and its surrounding twenty-four Display Cases. The exhibition features a continuous flow of words, phrases, and messages presented as filmed sequences and audio clips. Kruger's work transforms Tadao Ando's curved walls into a space for epic quotes from literary works like George Orwell's "1984" and Aimé Césaire's "Journal of a Homecoming." The twenty-four Display Cases in the Passage are converted into lightboxes, projecting striking messages created by the artist. Two significant video works are integrated into

Barbara Kruger

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Musée du Louvre · Hall Napoléon

Zurbarán

1598–1664

Oct 7 to Jan 25, 2027

From €22

This exhibition at the Musée du Louvre, in collaboration with the National Gallery, London, and the Art Institute of Chicago, presents a retrospective of the Spanish painter Francisco de Zurbarán (1598–1664). Zurbarán is recognized as one of the greatest Spanish painters of the 17th century, alongside Velázquez and Murillo. Initially associated with Caravaggism and monastic themes, he later gained recognition for his distinctive style, characterized by a masterful use of color, simple volumes, and striking naturalism. This exhibition aims to revisit and understand Zurbarán's work, highlighting the modernity and visual power of his compositions. It is not an exhaustive monographic display but

Francisco de Zurbarán · Juan de Zurbarán

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Musée d'Orsay · Seine Gallery, level 0

A Statue for Liberty

An immersive virtual reality experience

Sep 15 to Jan 31, 2027

€32

This virtual reality experience, "A Statue for Liberty, Bartholdi’s Dream, from Paris to New York," is presented in parallel with the "Auguste Bartholdi, Liberty Enlightening the World" exhibition. It spans nearly 700 m² in the Museum’s Amont Gallery, offering an immersive journey into one of the 19th century's most ambitious artistic and technological undertakings. Visitors become active participants in the creation of a Franco-American dream that materialized into a monument symbolizing liberty. The experience guides users through Bartholdi's vision, starting in Versailles in 1865 with Édouard Laboulaye's idea for a monument to Franco-American friendship. It then moves to the bustling Gage

Auguste Bartholdi

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Musée d'Orsay · Salle 69, niveau 2

Auguste Bartholdi

Liberty Enlightening the World

Sep 15 to Jan 31, 2027

€16

This exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay celebrates Auguste Bartholdi, a prominent 19th-century French sculptor, and his most famous creation, the Statue of Liberty. The exhibition delves into the history of this iconic monument, a gift from France to the United States, originally intended to commemorate American independence in 1876 but ultimately inaugurated in 1886. It highlights Bartholdi's vision, ambition, and tenacity in bringing this colossal project to life, which at the time was the largest statue in the world. The display explores the statue's conception, including its initial idea for the Suez Canal and its transformation into an allegory of American independence. It details the fund

Auguste Bartholdi

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La Cinémathèque française

Belmondo, le Magnifique

Oct 7 to Jan 31, 2027

€14

This exhibition at La Cinémathèque française pays tribute to Jean-Paul Belmondo, a legendary French cinema icon. Belmondo embodied a generation of daring and innovative actors, beginning his meteoric career with the iconic role in 'À Bout de Souffle' (1960). He was known for his athletic physique and his ability to seamlessly transition between comedy, action, and drama, always with infectious energy and passion. The exhibition celebrates Belmondo as the quintessential actor, who graced the screen in 90 films with his joyful performances, elegant nonchalance, and contagious laughter. His unique style, taste for risk, and famous stunts revolutionized the action film genre, making him a symbol

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La Cinémathèque française

Exposition Belmondo, le Magnifique

Oct 7 to Jan 31, 2027

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Musée Marmottan Monet

Histories of Landscape

From Monet to Hockney (1890-2026)

Sep 24 to Jan 31, 2027

€14

This exhibition, presented jointly by the Musée Marmottan Monet and the Musée de Grenoble, explores the evolution of landscape painting from 1890 to the present day. Titled 'Histories of Landscape: From Monet to Hockney (1890–2026)', it traces the genre's journey from its peak in the nineteenth century to its contemporary reinterpretations. The exhibition highlights how landscape painting, despite a perceived decline in the twentieth century due to societal and historical shifts, continued to transform and remain a vital artistic force. Commemorating the centenary of Claude Monet's death, the exhibition fosters a dialogue between his work and that of artists from the twentieth and twenty-fir

Monet · Hockney

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La Cinémathèque française

Jean-Paul Belmondo

Oct 7 to Jan 31, 2027

This exhibition at La Cinémathèque française celebrates the iconic French actor Jean-Paul Belmondo. It explores his diverse career, spanning from his early experimental roles in the French New Wave to his later success as a charismatic action hero. The exhibition showcases 35 films that highlight Belmondo's versatility, moving from collaborations with directors like Godard and Melville to his roles in popular comedies and action films. It delves into his persona as a virile, joyful, and energetic star, embodying a certain ideal of masculinity. Visitors will discover the breadth of his filmography, from groundbreaking art-house cinema to crowd-pleasing blockbusters. The exhibition traces his

Jean-Luc Godard · Philippe de Broca · Vittorio De Sica · Claude Sautet · Jean-Pierre Melville · Claude Lelouch

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Musée d'Orsay · Expo galerie Chauchard

Mary Cassatt Being Independent

Oct 6 to Jan 31, 2027

From €16

This exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay commemorates the centenary of Mary Cassatt's death with a major retrospective. It highlights her significant role as a pillar of the Impressionist movement and her determination to forge a unique artistic identity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The exhibition explores Cassatt's life and work through the lens of independence, a principle she championed throughout her career. It features nearly 80 paintings, pastels, and prints, spanning her entire artistic journey. The show draws on unpublished letters and new sources, presenting rarely seen works from European and American collections. Early works and portraits reveal how her social environmen

Mary Cassatt

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Musée Marmottan Monet

MONET / SORIANO

THE UNEXPECTED DIALOGUES

Sep 24 to Jan 31, 2027

This exhibition presents a dialogue between the works of Claude Monet and French-American artist Peter Soriano. Soriano's large-scale wall drawing was created specifically for the Musée Marmottan Monet. It is inspired by Claude Monet's winter journey to Norway in 1895. Soriano revisited the same sites and viewpoints that Monet captured over a century ago. Through his work, Soriano reinterprets these Norwegian landscapes. He focuses on close observation of the natural environment. The exhibition also reflects on the instability and impermanence of these landscapes. Furthermore, it highlights their environmental fragility. This is part of the 11th edition of 'Dialogues inattendus'. The exhibit

Claude Monet · Peter Soriano

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Bibliothèque nationale de France · Galerie 2

Photographies japonaises de la Bibliothèque nationale de France

Scènes, signes, sensations

Sep 30 to Jan 31, 2027

€15

This exhibition, "Japanese Photographs from the National Library of France: Scenes, Signs, Sensations," celebrates the bicentennial of photography. It showcases the evolution of photographic practice in Japan over the last 80 years through approximately 300 works. The collection features 250 photographic prints, predominantly in black and white, and around 50 rare books from the BnF's holdings. The Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF) was one of the first Western institutions to focus on modern and contemporary Japanese photography, building an exceptional collection. This exhibition highlights this remarkable collection, which comprises nearly 4,000 prints by about 200 artists and reporte

Shoji Ueda · Hiroshi Hamaya · Hiromi Tsuchida · Yoko Yamamoto · Shigeo Gocho · Tokuko Ushioda

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Musée du quai Branly · Atelier Martine Aublet

Seeing Tahiti

The First Photographs, 1859–1870

Sep 29 to Jan 31, 2027

€14

This exhibition presents the first photographs ever taken in French Polynesia between 1859 and 1870. These images are the work of two naval officers, Gustave Viaud and Paul Émile Miot. Their complementary approaches offer a rare glimpse into a region that was very little photographed at the time. Viaud's paper negatives, created between 1859 and 1862, form an unpublished collection. As Pierre Loti's older brother, Viaud was instrumental in fostering the writer's fascination with distant lands. Stationed in Tahiti as a naval surgeon, he experimented with photography. His images include masterfully composed landscapes, topographical scenes, and subtle depictions of vegetation. He also produced

Gustave Viaud · Paul Émile Miot

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Centre Pompidou · Panthéon, Paris

Vies minuscules

Sep 24 to Jan 31, 2027

€16

The exhibition "Vies minuscules" (Small Lives) is inspired by Pierre Michon's 1984 novel and draws from the Centre Pompidou's collection. It explores how art has given visibility to lives often overlooked by history, highlighting their significance, whether infinitesimal, intimate, or ignoble. Located within the nave of the Pantheon, a monument to France's great figures, the exhibition spans over a century of artistic creation, featuring around 30 artists from František Kupka to Jumana Manna. It reinterprets history by focusing on forgotten lives, acknowledging the limitations of archives in what can be known, as noted by historian Saidiya Hartman. Key works include Christian Boltanski's ins

František Kupka · Jumana Manna · Christian Boltanski · Mathieu Pernot · Teo Hernandez · Gabriel

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Centre Pompidou

Visite commentée de l'exposition « Vies Minuscules »

Until Jan 31, 2027

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Musée Picasso · Musée national Picasso-Paris

Kurt Schwitters. Le chaos-monde 1918-1948

Oct 6 to Feb 7, 2027

€16

The Musée national Picasso-Paris presents "Kurt Schwitters. Le chaos-monde. 1918–1948", a major retrospective of the artist's work. This exhibition is the first dedicated to Schwitters in France in over thirty years. It features over three hundred works and documents, including paintings, sculptures, blends, collages, drawings, sketchbooks, photographs, books, and archives. The exhibition offers an immersion into Schwitters' exceptionally rich formal and conceptual world. It highlights the connections between Schwitters' art and Picasso's, particularly their shared approaches to experimentation and the transformation of everyday materials. Schwitters' work charts a unique path in early 20th-

Kurt Schwitters

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Jeu de Paume · Château de Tours

Letizia Battaglia

Oct 17 to Feb 7, 2027

This exhibition at the Jeu de Paume presents a comprehensive retrospective of the work of Sicilian photographer Letizia Battaglia, spanning from 1970 to 2020. Co-produced by CAMERA and Jeu de Paume, and in collaboration with the Letizia Battaglia Archives, the show features over 200 images. It highlights Battaglia's artistic research and her unwavering social and civic commitment. The exhibition includes her renowned photographs documenting the 'mafia years' in Palermo. It also offers a broad overview of the diverse themes present throughout her oeuvre. The images depict Palermo and Sicily as complex landscapes, capturing the struggles of daily life alongside the dignity of its inhabitants.

Letizia Battaglia

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Centre Pompidou · Musée d’art moderne de Paris, Paris

Prix Marcel Duchamp 2026

Oct 2 to Feb 7, 2027

The Centre Pompidou presents the 2026 edition of the prestigious Marcel Duchamp Prize, an event celebrating contemporary art. For the second time, this exhibition is hosted at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris, as the Centre Pompidou undergoes renovation. The prize, established in 2000 by ADIAF, has consistently highlighted artists who have gone on to become significant figures on the international art scene. This year's nominees represent a diverse range of artistic practices and backgrounds. The exhibition showcases the works of four nominated artists: Joël Andrianomearisoa, born in 1977, known for his work represented by galleries in Paris, Milan, and Madrid. Also featured is the duo Brogn

Joël Andrianomearisoa · Brognon Rollin · Laura Henno · Josèfa Ntjam

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Musée d'Art moderne de Paris · Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris

Prix Marcel Duchamp 2026

Oct 2 to Feb 7, 2027

Free

The Prix Marcel Duchamp 2026 exhibition is hosted at the Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris, marking its second year at this venue in partnership with Centre Pompidou. This exhibition showcases the works of the four artists shortlisted for the prestigious Prix Marcel Duchamp award. The prize, established in 2000 by ADIAF, has a history of recognizing artists who later achieve international acclaim in contemporary art. As the Centre Pompidou undergoes renovations, this exhibition, along with others through 2029, will be presented at the Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris. The four shortlisted artists for 2026 are Joël Andrianomearisoa, Brognon Rollin (a duo), Laura Henno, and Josèfa Ntjam. Their works wi

Joël Andrianomearisoa · Brognon Rollin · Laura Henno · Josèfa Ntjam

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Musée Guimet · Facade and rotunda (4th floor)

DAL DARI. The Moon and its Legs

Jun 6 to Feb 8, 2027

This exhibition features monumental installations by Korean artist Seulgi Lee, titled "DAL DARI, The Moon and its Legs." The exhibition draws inspiration from a Korean belief that crossing a bridge under the first full moon of the year strengthens one's legs. The artwork is visible both inside and outside the museum. On the museum's facade, "DAL, The Moon" is represented by two large half-circles made of wood, created in collaboration with architect Jean-Benoît Vétillard. These structures evoke both modernist grids and traditional Korean screen walls, known as moonsal. Painted on one side, these elements create a dynamic visual experience that changes with the viewer's perspective and moveme

Seulgi Lee

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Palais Galliera

A Wardrobe of One’s Own: Dissident Femininities in the 19th century

Sep 26 to Feb 14, 2027

€14

This exhibition explores the appropriation of male dress codes by women in the 19th century, challenging normative approaches to femininity in fashion history. It highlights how the adoption of male attire was linked to a desire for profound societal transformation for women in France and Anglo-Saxon countries. Featuring nearly five hundred works, the exhibition showcases iconic fashion pieces and accessories such as Amazonian costumes, trousers, tailored suits, cravats, bow ties, and top hats. A significant highlight is the complete wardrobe of Rosa Bonheur, presented for the first time in its entirety. The exhibition also emphasizes iconography through a selection of paintings, fashion pos

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Musée Carnavalet · 23 rue Madame de Sévigné

Fragments of Paris: Jacques Villeglé and Urban Art

Oct 14 to Feb 14, 2027

€15

This exhibition at the Musée Carnavalet – Histoire de Paris celebrates the centenary of Jacques Villeglé's birth, a pivotal figure in French urban art. The exhibition, titled 'Fragments of Paris: Jacques Villeglé and Urban Art,' showcases his distinctive artistic practice of collecting and reconfiguring torn posters from Parisian streets. Villeglé transformed these ephemeral urban fragments into a unique visual language that is both poetic and documentary, offering a glimpse into the history of Paris. His prolific body of work invites visitors to explore the city's past through these graphic signs and torn posters. The exhibition also delves into his connections with various forms of contemp

Jacques Villeglé

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Bibliothèque nationale de France · Galerie 1

Georges Perec modes d'emploi

Oct 13 to Feb 14, 2027

€15

This exhibition at the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF) explores the multifaceted work and life of Georges Perec (1936-1982), a key figure in 20th-century French literature and a member of the Oulipo group. The exhibition, titled 'Georges Perec modes d'emploi,' features nearly 300 items, including manuscripts, photographs, paintings, drawings, and objects from the BnF's collections. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Perec's diverse literary output, from early works like 'Les Choses' and 'Un homme qui dort' to his masterpieces 'La Disparition' and 'La Vie mode d'emploi.' The exhibition is structured into six thematic spaces, each named after a vowel, guiding visitors t

Georges Perec

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Musée de Montmartre

Le Cirque, fabrique de l’art moderne

Oct 16 to Feb 14, 2027

This exhibition at the Musée de Montmartre explores the profound connection between the circus and the development of modern art. For nearly a century, the circus was a vibrant heart of Montmartre, offering acrobatic feats, dazzling costumes, and magical performances that inspired generations of artists. The exhibition presents a chronological journey through paintings, sculptures, drawings, posters, costumes, and objects, highlighting the circus's crucial role in shaping the visual languages of modernity. As Montmartre became a center for artistic innovation, venues like Cirque Fernando and Cirque Medrano served as inexhaustible sources of inspiration for artists such as Degas, Seurat, Toul

Degas · Seurat · Toulouse-Lautrec · Picasso · Chagall · Rouault

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Musée de l'Orangerie

Contemporary Counterpoint

Until Feb 15, 2027

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Musée de l'Orangerie

Vija Celmins

Contemporary Counterpoint

Sep 30 to Feb 15, 2027

From €12.50

This exhibition at the Musée de l'Orangerie features the work of Vija Celmins, an artist known for her meticulous focus on natural surfaces since the late 1960s. The exhibition showcases her "impossible images" of oceans, deserts, skies, and snow, which lack clear spatial reference points and evoke a sense of infinity. The selected works, created between 1971 and 2000, demonstrate Celmins' mastery of various techniques including drawing, painting, printmaking, and wood engraving. These pieces explore the interplay between flatness and illusion, challenging the viewer's perception. Presented in the museum’s “pronaos” area and contemporary gallery, Celmins' art is intended to engage in a dialo

Vija Celmins

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Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature

Ce qui reste

Oct 15 to Feb 21, 2027

Lionel Sabatté transforms the entire Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature with a monographic exhibition featuring paintings, drawings, sculptures, and tapestries, with a majority of new works. The artist uses materials from the margins of life and waste, such as dust, rust, wool, nails, dead skin, and cement. These residues undergo a permanent transformation, blurring the lines between animal, plant, and human realms. Oxidation, the reaction of iron and oxygen, is central to his compositions, where rust and pigments become visible traces of constantly changing matter. Iconic museum figures like deer, wolves, boars, bears, dogs, and birds are reinterpreted in unexpected ways. The dog becomes a

Lionel Sabatté

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Musée du quai Branly · Boîte à musique

Echoes of the tides

Laureate of the 2025 Sound Residency

Mar 12 to Feb 21, 2027

€14

This exhibition showcases 'Echoes of the Tides' by artist Yo-E Ryou, a laureate of the 2025 Sound Residency. The work is presented in the music box of the Collections Plateau. It utilizes sound, breath, and duration to explore the resonant spaces between bodies, water, and memory. The artist, based in Jeju Island, South Korea, drew inspiration from the Haenyeo, a community of female divers. Yo-E Ryou's focus is on the experiences beneath the surface, including waiting, resting, breathing, and returning. This knowledge is transmitted non-verbally, guided by the rhythm of the tides, gestures of affection, and shared labor and rest. The installation moves beyond a literal depiction of these pra

Yo-E Ryou

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Musée d'Orsay · Rooms 57, 58 et 60, Level 2

Jenny Holzer J’AI VU

Oct 20 to Feb 21, 2027

€16

Jenny Holzer, a highly influential contemporary artist, centers her practice on words and ideas, creating deeply engaging and thought-provoking works. The exhibition "J’AI VU" at the Musée d’Orsay features text fragments drawn from the museum's archives and the historical period of its collection. These texts are presented across Holzer's signature media, including monumental installations, projections on the former railway station's facade, engravings on stone benches and columns, and electronic displays. The exhibition begins with light projections on the museum's facade during the opening week, transforming the building's exterior with texts from artists' letters and contemporary commenta

Jenny Holzer

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Centre Pompidou · Bibliothèque nationale de France - Richelieu Library, Paris

Louise Bourgeois. Extrême tension

Drawings and prints

Oct 20 to Feb 21, 2027

€15

This exhibition at the Centre Pompidou and the Bibliothèque Nationale de France focuses on the graphic work of Louise Bourgeois, a pivotal figure in 20th-century art who operated outside major movements like surrealism and abstract expressionism. Her profoundly personal language continues to influence contemporary artists. The show, the first dedicated to her in a Parisian public institution since 2008, brings together the collections of both institutions for the first time. Bourgeois, who moved to New York in 1938, embraced printmaking and drawing as essential components of her practice. These mediums, alongside sculpture, were interconnected, with words and images merging and movements rep

Louise Bourgeois

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Centre Pompidou · mille formes, Montpellier

mille formes - Centre d'art pour les 0-6 ans

Sep 16 to Feb 21, 2027

Free

Mille formes is an artistic awakening ecosystem designed for young children aged 0-6 and their families, offering a return to sensory and creative experimentation as an alternative to screen-based culture. The exhibition features two main components: 'Jeu de construction' (Construction Game) by artist Paul Cox, and 'Tisser en liberté' (Weaving Freely) by artist Émilie Queney. The 'Jeu de construction' is conceived as a giant construction game with large wooden tables supporting thousands of colorful wooden blocks and foams. Visitors of all ages are invited to manipulate these elements to build structures, roads, bridges, and cities. The imperfect angles of the blocks encourage easy deconstru

Paul Cox · Émilie Queney

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Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain · Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain

Ibrahim Mahama, Le Temps des récoltes

Oct 22 to Feb 28, 2027

From €10

The Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain presents 'Le Temps des récoltes' (The Harvest Season), a major exhibition in France by Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama. This exhibition is an unprecedented collaboration, featuring nine associated artists: Dorothy Akpene Amenuke, Gideon Appah, James Barnor, Cercle d’Art des Travailleurs de Plantation Congolaise, Courage Dzidula Kpodo & Postbox Ghana, Zohra Opoku, Tjaša Rener, and Feda Wardak. Mahama envisions the Fondation Cartier as a living entity, resonating with the art centers he founded in Tamale, Ghana. He and the associated artists will occupy all spaces of the institution with works created specifically for the venue, alongside new versio

Ibrahim Mahama · Dorothy Akpene Amenuke · Gideon Appah · James Barnor · Cercle d’Art des Travailleurs de Plantation Congolaise · Courage Dzidula Kpodo & Postbox Ghana

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Institut du monde arabe · Salles d'exposition (niveaux -1 et -2) et salle hypostyle (niveau -2)

Vive la mariée !

Sep 29 to Feb 28, 2027

From €12

The exhibition "Vive la mariée !" at the Institut du monde arabe explores the pivotal moment of marriage in the Maghreb region, celebrating its social and intimate significance. It showcases an exceptional selection of North African wedding costumes and adornments, many never before displayed in France. These heritage pieces, dating from the 19th to the 20th centuries, highlight national and regional specificities, the richness of traditions, and shared practices, particularly between Muslim and Jewish communities. The exhibition delves into the evolution of attire, the persistence of rituals, their symbolism, and prophylactic aspects. It also emphasizes the role of women in these celebratio

Maïssane Alibrahimi · Héla Ammar · Daoud Aoulad-Syad · Ismaël Bazri · Souhila Bel Bahar · Valérie Belin

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Centre Pompidou

Visite inattendue de l’exposition « Le genre idéal »

Until Mar 1, 2027

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Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson

Martine Franck

Images, Press and Feminist Struggles

Oct 21 to Mar 7, 2027

This exhibition at the Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson focuses on the work of Martine Franck, a photographer who documented feminist struggles in the 1970s. Franck's perspective as a woman photographer deeply influenced her engagement with the social world and her artistic output. The exhibition highlights the critical role of images within feminist movements, particularly as a response to media representations that often objectified women and misrepresented their causes. Franck was a founding member of the Viva agency in 1972, an organization dedicated to photographers who understood the power of images and refused to detach from social realities. The exhibition features a significant amoun

Martine Franck

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Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson

Susan Meiselas

Nicaragua, History, Memory

Oct 21 to Mar 7, 2027

This exhibition at the Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson explores the complex relationship between history and memory through the work of photographer Susan Meiselas. Meiselas first traveled to Nicaragua in 1978, a period of revolutionary war, where she documented daily life and the conflict. Her photographs from this time, initially published in 1981, captured significant historical moments. However, Meiselas later realized that her images had taken on a life of their own, being reproduced on various objects and used as murals, often symbolizing the Revolution. The exhibition delves into this phenomenon, showcasing how her photographs became a site of tension between the historical events the

Susan Meiselas

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Fondation Louis Vuitton

Gustave Fayet: Collector - Designer. Icons of Modern Art

Oct 9 to Mar 8, 2027

The Fondation Louis Vuitton presents "Gustave Fayet: Collector - Designer. Icons of Modern Art," an exhibition exploring the life and work of this pivotal, yet often overlooked, figure of early 20th-century modernity. Occupying all spaces of the Fondation, the exhibition is divided into two parts, examining Fayet as both a collector and an artist-designer. It reveals the deep intertwining of collecting, creating, and artistic commitment throughout his life. The exhibition brings together over 250 works from Fayet's extraordinary collection, much of which has been dispersed globally, and presents them alongside 374 of his own creations, many exhibited for the first time after restoration. Fay

Gustave Fayet · Vincent Van Gogh · Paul Gauguin · Odilon Redon · Edgar Degas · Paul Cézanne

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Musée Picasso · Hôtel Salé

LA COLLECTION : REVOIR PICASSO

Mar 12, 2024 to Mar 12, 2027

€16

The Musée national Picasso-Paris is re-presenting its extensive collection across three floors, beginning March 12, 2024. This exhibition, titled "LA COLLECTION : REVOIR PICASSO," marks a decade since the museum's reopening and signifies the collection's permanent installation in the Hôtel Salé. The collection itself is a remarkable legacy, largely acquired through the dation procedure, making it the world's most significant public assembly of Picasso's works. Sourced directly from the artist's studios, these pieces offer profound insights into Picasso's diverse aesthetic journey. Visitors can explore his multifaceted identity as a symbolist, cubist, classical, surrealist, figurative, and po

Picasso · Françoise Gilot

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Musée d'art et d'histoire du Judaïsme · Musée d’art et d’histoire du Judaïsme

Georges Kars, a Bohemian in Paris

Oct 15 to Mar 14, 2027

€13

This exhibition at the Musée d’art et d’histoire du Judaïsme presents the first major retrospective of Georges Kars in Paris since 1945. It features over 150 works, including paintings, drawings, and archival documents, highlighting the artistic journey of this early 20th-century Czech artist. Georges Kars, born Jiří Karpeles near Prague, was a significant figure of the School of Paris. He studied in Munich, where he was exposed to German Expressionism and met artists like Paul Klee. A period in Madrid led him to discover Velázquez and Goya. Settling in Paris in 1908, he befriended artists such as Marc Chagall and Guillaume Apollinaire. Initially influenced by Cubism, Kars developed a unique

Georges Kars

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Centre Pompidou · Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon

Musée sentimental

Sep 11 to Mar 14, 2027

€14

The Centre Pompidou, in partnership with the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon and the Musée d’Art Contemporain, presents “Musée sentimental” (“Sentimental Museum”). This exhibition delves into the significant practice of collecting among artists, a crucial aspect of 20th-century art history and their creative journeys. It showcases how artists assemble, accumulate, and display a wide array of objects, from the most miscellaneous to the seemingly trivial. By presenting these items in display cases, boxes, or bags, artists imbue them with new dimensions of memory and emotion. The exhibition highlights the profound sentimental bonds that even commonplace objects can evoke. It features a remarkable

Art & Language collective · Delphine Balley · Ben · Christian Boltanski · George Brecht · André Breton

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Musée du Louvre · Richelieu wing, room 230; Sully and Richelieu wings, within the Department of Near Eastern Antiquities

Primeval Waters

Lessons from Mesopotamia

May 20 to Mar 15, 2027

This exhibition explores the profound relationship between ancient Mesopotamia and water, a civilization that developed along the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. These rivers, often referred to as the biblical 'rivers of paradise,' played a crucial role in shaping Mesopotamian culture, mythology, and daily life. The exhibition delves into the origins of irrigation, a revolutionary invention that allowed early humans to transform the natural environment for agricultural purposes. Visitors will discover the development of the earliest known hydraulic structures, including canals, bridges, aqueducts, and artificial lakes, which significantly altered the Mesopotamian landscape. The exhibition exami

Ariane Thomas · Barbara Couturaud · Grégoire Nicolet

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Centre Pompidou · Gaîté Lyrique, Paris

Votre attention svp ! - De la distraction à la création il n’y a qu’un pas…

Oct 10 to Mar 20, 2027

Free

This exhibition, part of the Studio 13/16 program by Centre Pompidou at La Gaîté Lyrique, delves into the creative potential of inattention and distraction. It questions whether art can be accessed through our inadvertence, exploring themes of distraction, procrastination, and mental overload, which are common in daily life and particularly associated with youth. The exhibition reframes these states not as inactivity but as catalysts for new thoughts, associations, and imaginations. Visitors are invited to embrace mental, physical, and artistic escape. The program features interactive workshops and installations. Abbas Zahedi offers an experience combining sound and drawing. Chloé Desmoineau

Abbas Zahedi · Chloé Desmoineaux · Gwendal Coulon · Léa Dumayet

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume – en ligne

NUDIFY AI

Oct 9 to Apr 1, 2027

Nudify AI is an online creation by artist Paolo Cirio that investigates the abusive use of generative artificial intelligence, particularly concerning the non-consensual production and dissemination of sexualizing images. The project specifically examines abuses linked to Grok, an AI assistant developed by Elon Musk, and the circulation of these images on X, a social network also owned by Musk. Cirio uses a forensic investigation method, employing AI as a "digital detective" to identify and collect a sample of 15,000 deepfakes. These are images generated or modified to depict individuals in fabricated situations, with a focus on photorealistic sexual content. The artist then creates a visual

Paolo Cirio

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Musée des Arts Décoratifs

Look ! 40 ans de mode au musée

Sep 30 to Apr 4, 2027

This exhibition celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Museum of Fashion at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs by showcasing 40 iconic silhouettes. It delves into the craftsmanship and processes of fashion, transforming garments into works of art from couture ateliers to museum archives. The exhibition explores the dual life of clothing, before and after its acquisition by the museum. Visitors will witness the journey from initial sketch to runway show, including fashion photography and the conservation and restoration efforts that preserve this heritage. The display features exquisite works and objects involved in fashion creation, such as drawings, embroidery samples, and patterns. Fashion is p

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Musée national Eugène-Delacroix

Delacroix. Horses and Other Animals

Sep 12 to Apr 18, 2027

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Centre Pompidou · Centre d'art de Flaine, Haute-Savoie

Images vivantes

Une exposition-atelier de Yaacov Agam

Jul 6 to Apr 18, 2027

€15

This exhibition-workshop, "Living Images," by Yaacov Agam, invites children and families to explore the world of kinetic art. Visitors are encouraged to manipulate, move, and understand optical effects, immersing themselves in the magic of transformation. The exhibition features various interactive devices designed to help children develop their visual sensitivity by enriching information from simple to complex. Young visitors can endlessly explore line compositions, make simultaneous images appear by moving, discover color dynamics, paint with a giant palette, and illuminate space with their voices. The "Agam Salon," originally commissioned for the Élysée Palace, serves as a starting point.

Yaacov Agam

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Musée Carnavalet

In memory of Georges Cain (1853-1919), refounder of the musée Carnavalet

Oct 6 to Apr 26, 2027

Free

This exhibition pays tribute to Georges Cain, the refounder of the Musée Carnavalet at the turn of the 20th century. As the museum's curator from 1897, Cain was tasked with reinventing the institution. Following the relocation of the historical library, he repurposed rooms, adorning them with antique woodwork salvaged from demolition sites. This created what can be described as a "genuine history of Parisian ornamentation in the 17th and 18th centuries." Cain's role evolved into that of a curator-builder. Between 1906 and 1911, he orchestrated the museum's expansion by acquiring adjacent land. Architect Roger Foucault designed and constructed new galleries on this expanded site. In 1911, dec

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Musée des Arts Décoratifs

Rafael Pavarotti, photographe

Oct 2 to May 2, 2027

The Musée des Arts décoratifs presents the first major exhibition in France of Brazilian photographer Rafael Pavarotti. Over 200 prints are on display, juxtaposed with photographs from the museum's collection. The exhibition showcases Pavarotti's work from his iconic magazine covers and portraits of global pop culture stars like Rihanna, Harry Styles, and Beyoncé, to his commissioned campaigns for major fashion houses. His distinctive style is characterized by vibrant colors and powerful imagery, creating unique and impactful visuals. Pavarotti's personal history, rooted in the Amazonian rainforest and influenced by strong family figures and his natural environment, deeply informs his photog

Rafael Pavarotti

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Musée départemental Albert-Kahn

Choisir la paix. Le combat d’Albert Kahn (1860-1940)

Oct 13 to Jun 13, 2027

From €6

This exhibition explores Albert Kahn's lifelong commitment to peace, a concept he believed was achievable through knowledge, dialogue, and understanding between peoples. Kahn, a banker, philanthropist, and visionary, established foundations like the 'Autour du Monde' scholarships and the 'Archives de la Planète' to foster international relations and document the world. His convictions were tested by the turbulent era of nationalism and war that defined the early 20th century. The exhibition showcases his efforts to promote justice, law, and dialogue as foundations for lasting peace, highlighting his pacifist stance amidst the conflicts of his time. It draws heavily on the museum's collection

Laurence Aëgerter · Charles Fréger · Laurent Grasso · Calvin Marcus · Yan Morvan · Sophie Ristelhueber

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Centre Pompidou

Visites urbaines : histoire du Plateau Beaubourg

Until Jul 10, 2027

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Centre Pompidou

Couleurs, nuances et variations

Until Jul 11, 2027

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Centre Pompidou

Visites urbaines : architecture contemporaine

Until Jul 17, 2027

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Centre Pompidou

Visites urbaines : art en plein air

Until Jul 17, 2027

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Musée des Arts et Métiers

Lady Liberté. De la sueur, de l’audace, du génie

Sep 22 to Aug 1, 2027

€21

This exhibition delves into the creation of the Statue of Liberty, highlighting its French origins and the ingenuity behind its construction. It explores the collaborative effort of various artisans and engineers in late 19th-century Paris. Visitors will experience an immersive journey through the workshops where the statue was built. The exhibition showcases the techniques used, from hammering copper sheets to assembling the metal framework. It details the process of creating plaster models and full-scale wooden templates. The role of Gustave Eiffel's innovative internal structure is also revealed. The exhibition features iconic pieces from the museum's collection, including models of the h

Auguste Bartholdi

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Grand Palais · Palais des enfants

Transparence

La première exposition du Palais des enfants

Jun 20, 2025 to Aug 29, 2027

€8

This exhibition, titled 'Transparence' (Transparency), is the first presented by the Children's Palace and is designed as a playful and sensory journey for families. It features artistic works and scientific experiments that explore the interplay of light to spark curiosity and wonder in young visitors. The exhibition guides children and adults through an imaginary world, from a shimmering ice palace to crystalline treasure caves, mysterious forests, radiant skies, and colorful oceans. It blends sculpture, printmaking, and photography with science through interactive and sensory installations. The exhibition showcases a range of pieces, from 19th-century creations to contemporary works, incl

Dan Graham · Soo Sunny Park · Patrick Neu · Agathe May

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Paris

Stanley Greene - Le parti de la révolte

Until Sep 19, 2027

This exhibition at Jeu de Paume in Paris is the first major retrospective in France dedicated to the work of American photographer Stanley Greene, who passed away in 2017. It presents a career spanning nearly five decades of photojournalism from around the world. The exhibition traces his journey from early photographs of the San Francisco punk scene to his later focus on environmental issues. It also highlights his extensive work documenting conflicts in Russia and its former satellite states. Greene, born to activist parents, inherited a commitment to fighting injustice. He forged his own path, initially engaging with the San Francisco punk scene and then adopting the nomadic life of a pho

Stanley Greene

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Musée Picasso · Chapelle

Guillermo Kuitca, Chapelle

Oct 15, 2024 to Dec 31, 2027

€16

Argentine artist Guillermo Kuitca has created a site-specific work for the chapel of the Hôtel Salé at the invitation of the Musée national Picasso-Paris. This exhibition showcases Kuitca's unique 'cubistoid painting' style, characterized by intersecting lines deployed directly on the walls to form a new pictorial space. Kuitca views art history as a 'carousel of modern art,' where artists are passengers contemplating inheritance and potential encounters with figures like Picasso. His work explores themes of history, memory, structured absence, sound, and silence, bridging the empirical and the abstract. The exhibition features Kuitca's distinctive visual language, which reconciles abstracti

Guillermo Kuitca

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Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection · Bourse de Commerce

In-situ works

Until Dec 31, 2027

€15

This exhibition features in-situ works by several artists, designed to create a dialogue with the architecture of the Bourse de Commerce. The concept of fostering a dialogue between artworks and their context is a key identity feature of the Pinault Collection museums. In Venice, artworks interact with the historical architecture and water reflections, providing a unique, contextualized experience. Ryan Gander, born in 1976, explores absence, loss, and invisibility in his multifaceted work. His piece 'Ever After: A Trilogy (I... I... I...)' (2019) presents an animatronic mouse with a stutter, prompting reflection on the human condition through its repetitive existence. Martin Kippenberger's

Ryan Gander · Martin Kippenberger · Philippe Parreno

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Musée Carnavalet · Room from 1977 until today

New Paris, from 1977 to the present times

Sep 25 to Jan 23, 2028

Free

This exhibition explores the transformations of Paris from 1977 to the present day, a period marked by significant urban and social changes. It highlights key moments such as the election of the mayor in 1977 and the inauguration of major infrastructure like the RER central section and the Centre Pompidou. The exhibition features the iconic wrapped Pont Neuf by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, and a contemporary tribute by artist JR. Visitors will see depictions of large housing complexes in peripheral neighborhoods through paintings by Yves Bélorgey. The recent acquisitions by the Musée Carnavalet showcase these developments with works from various artists. The exhibition also delves into how ind

Martin Argyroglo · Jacques Audiard · Yves Bélorgey · Claude Bestel · Dorothy Bohm · Caroline Bouyer

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Palais de Tokyo

ÉDITO : TOUS LES FEUX LES FLEURS

From Oct 21

This exhibition season at Palais de Tokyo is built around the concept of territory, exploring its diverse concrete and symbolic meanings. Contemporary geographers and artists critically examine territory as a complex entity. The exhibition "Toi et ta bande" specifically focuses on artistic practices and venues in rural France that have emerged in recent years. These initiatives blend art, activism, and social practices, serving as hubs for creation, programming, reception, and research. They actively engage with the specific geographies and histories of their locations, incorporating ecological questions and challenging rural stereotypes. The season also features solo exhibitions by three si

Valérie John · Sonia Gomes · Rose Lowder · Ali Cherri · Paul Kodjo · Céleste Richard-Zimmermann

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La Cinémathèque française

Fondation Gan pour le cinéma : Lila Pinell

From Oct 19

This event highlights Lila Pinell, a filmmaker supported by the Fondation Gan. She is the 2025 laureate, recognized for her second feature film, Shana, which was selected for the Quinzaine des cinéastes at Cannes. Following the success of her film Le Roi David, she revisits the character of Shana, inspired by her vibrant young actress Eva Huault. The exhibition showcases an endearing portrait of a young woman who carves her own path to regain control of her life and rebuild herself with boundless energy. The film is described as full of grace, humor, and romance, with remarkably precise direction. The event includes a screening of her film Shana, followed by a discussion with Lila Pinell her

Lila Pinell

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Musée Maillol · Rez-de-chaussée - Premier étage du Musée Maillol

Gianni Versace Retrospective

From Jun 4

This exhibition offers a breathtaking journey into the exuberant and mystical worlds of Gianni Versace, showcasing rare collectibles, moving testimonies, and legendary looks. It serves as the ultimate celebration of an era defined by freedom and creativity, where couture craftsmanship, fashion excellence, and 80s and 90s pop culture converged. The exhibition is a perfect destination for those who experienced fashion's golden age and for those inspired by it today. More than just outfits, these are presented as true moments of history. Through a selection of collector pieces and a unique scenography, visitors come face-to-face with iconic creations and the legends who wore them. These include

Gianni Versace

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Lafayette Anticipations · Fondation’s top floor

Hélène Fauquet

Vivresse

From Oct 21

Free

Lafayette Anticipations presents Vivresse, the first institutional exhibition in France dedicated to the artist Hélène Fauquet. The exhibition's title, Vivresse, is a portmanteau of 'vie' (life) and 'ivresse' (intoxication), inviting visitors to explore a state where vital force and desire converge. Fauquet's distinctive body of work navigates a tension between ornamental forms and a conceptual dimension that borders on Surrealism. Her recent creations delve into the interplay of decoration and art, nature and artifice, and the relationship between history and the present moment. The exhibition features sculptures that explore the forms and questions raised by shells. These sculptures origin

Hélène Fauquet

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Lafayette Anticipations

Mungo Thomson

Monument

From Oct 21

Free

Lafayette Anticipations presents the solo exhibition Monument by Mungo Thomson, an artist based in Los Angeles. The exhibition features two emblematic works that explore ephemeral images and objects destined for abandonment within long-term structures of time. Thomson utilizes video, sculpture, and installation to delve into popular cultures, shifting viewers' perspectives on the familiar and rendering it strange. In the courtyard, 'Snowman' is a monumental tower inspired by cardboard shipping tubes, transformed from disposable packaging into a durable bronze sculpture. The film 'Time Life Volume 15. Monument to a Period of Time in Which I Lived' is part of an ongoing series of stop-motion a

Mungo Thomson

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Pavillon de l'Arsenal · Ground floor of Tower 123, 123 Pablo Picasso Avenue, 92000 Nanterre

Revoir les Nuages

A Collective Reuse of the Glass Panels from the Tours Nuages in Nanterre

From Sep 9

Free

This exhibition breathes new life into glass panels from the iconic "sage leaf" windows of the Tours Nuages in Nanterre. It highlights this architectural complex by Émile Aillaud, a designated 20th-Century Heritage Site, which is currently undergoing renovation. The exhibition is presented as part of Paris Design Week 2026, the European Heritage Days, and an urban renewal program for the Parc Sud neighborhood in Nanterre. The Pavillon de l’Arsenal is collaborating with designers and architects Anaïs Fernon, Clémence Bondon, and Camille Sardet, along with local cultural institutions. It features 13 creators, artists, designers, and architects committed to repurposing neglected materials. Thes

Alice Pandolfo · Amor Immeuble · Anna Saint-Pierre · Collectif Feuille de Sauge · hall.haus · Jacques Averna

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La Cinémathèque française

80 ans du Syndicat Français de la Critique de Cinéma

Oct 30 to Nov 1

This exhibition celebrates the 80th anniversary of the French Syndicate of Cinema Critics (SFCC). It highlights the crucial role of film criticism in shaping our understanding of cinema since 1946. The event features a selection of short and feature films, alongside a round table discussion. It honors the legacy of influential critics like Georges Sadoul, Nelly Kaplan, Danièle Heymann, Michel Ciment, and François Truffaut, whose work championed free, independent, and vibrant film criticism. The retrospective aims to inspire contemporary perspectives on cinema. Visitors can expect to see films that were significant in the history of film criticism and engage with discussions about its evoluti

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La Cinémathèque française

Fenêtre sur le liban

From Nov 2

This exhibition, 'Fenêtre sur le liban' (Window on Lebanon), explores the recurring motif of ruins in Lebanese cinema. It delves into the melancholic atmosphere often present in films, linking it to historical events and the passage of time. The exhibition highlights how archaeological sites like Baalbek, with their ancient ruins, have been a subject of cinematic fascination since the early 20th century, inviting contemplation on history. It also contrasts these with more recent ruins, which serve as stark reminders of the consequences of war. The program features films that depict Beirut before the 1975 conflict, showcasing the potential of Lebanese cinema despite the challenges posed by wa

Anonyme · Maroun Bagdadi · Joana Hadjithomas · Khalil Joreige · André Gillet

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Centre Pompidou · mk2 bibliothèque × Centre Pompidou, Paris

Mariana Otero - Histoires de regards

Nov 3 to Dec 7

This exhibition at the Centre Pompidou presents a retrospective of the work of documentary filmmaker Mariana Otero. Otero's films are characterized by her direct engagement with her subjects, often appearing on screen or in sound, emphasizing the importance of being seen while looking at others. The program explores her deep immersion into unfamiliar and often marginalized environments, capturing diverse perspectives through her camera. Her work frequently examines political struggles, the formation of ideas, and the impact of economic systems on individuals and communities. Films like 'Nous voulons un autre monde' and 'L’Assemblée' capture debates on political action, while 'Entre nos mains

Mariana Otero

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Musée du Louvre · Mezzanine Napoléon

Louvre Photo

Nov 4 to May 3, 2027

This exhibition, 'Louvre Photo,' explores the multifaceted relationship between the Louvre Museum and the art of photography. It showcases over 300 photographs that capture the museum's artworks, galleries, and spaces, as well as its visitors and staff. The exhibition traces the history of photography from its invention to the present day, highlighting how the Louvre has served as a muse and subject for photographers. It delves into significant historical periods, such as the Paris Commune and the World Wars, and connects them to the Louvre's own evolving history. The exhibition draws from extensive photographic archives within the Louvre and from various French institutions. It also feature

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La Cinémathèque française · MUSI

Tradition et invention, Luchino Visconti par le détail et par l'indice

Nov 4

Free

This event at La Cinémathèque française focuses on the work of director Luchino Visconti, exploring his use of detail and its significance. The event features two conferences: "Visconti ou l'appel du détail" by Suzanne Liandrat-Guigues and "Visconti à la trace" by Laurence Schifano. Suzanne Liandrat-Guigues will discuss how Visconti's attention to detail, a concept explored by theorists like Roland Barthes and Daniel Arasse, is renewed through the medium of film. She will examine how details in Visconti's films, such as a veil worn by a character, challenge the viewer and raise questions about their status and distinction from mere clues. Laurence Schifano will delve into the complex rel

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Musée national Eugène-Delacroix

Karen Knorr at the Musée Delacroix

Nov 5 to Jan 3, 2027

€9

This exhibition at the Musée Delacroix showcases the work of American-British artist Karen Knorr. It features a selection from her renowned "India Song" series. The photographs engage in a dialogue with the museum's "Delacroix, Horses and Other Animals" exhibition. Knorr's images draw inspiration from the animals depicted by Delacroix, incorporating big cats, horses, and peacocks into the museum's setting. Her photographic process involves architectural shots, captured with both large-format and digital cameras. Living subjects, observed in various environments like reserves, zoos, or the wild, are then inserted into these architectural spaces. This technique blurs the lines between reality

Karen Knorr

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La Cinémathèque française

Parlons cinéma avec... Luc Lagier

Nov 5 to Nov 25

This event series, 'Let's Talk Cinema with Luc Lagier,' invites filmmaker Luc Lagier to present and discuss films that have profoundly impacted his life and career. Lagier has curated four distinct programs, each featuring screenings followed by a discussion with the audience. To accommodate his desire to share more than just four films, he has ingeniously incorporated short films into each program, effectively doubling the number of cinematic works presented. This approach allows for a richer exploration of his cinematic journey, reminiscent of classic cinema programs that offered a curated selection of films. The series aims to foster a deeper understanding of filmmaking by examining the e

Luc Lagier · Alain Resnais · Robert Hessens · Miloš Forman · Martin Scorsese · Brian De Palma

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Petit Palais

Bruxelles 1900

Nov 10 to Apr 25, 2027

€17

The Petit Palais presents the exhibition 'Bruxelles 1900', offering an unprecedented dive into the vibrant artistic scene of the Belgian capital. This exhibition explores Brussels' significant influence on European arts at the turn of the 20th century. It highlights the 1900 Universal Exhibition in Paris, where the Belgian section garnered unanimous enthusiasm, showcasing nearly 150 paintings and sculptures. This recognition solidified Brussels as a major European artistic center during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The exhibition reconstructs this rich cultural effervescence with over 250 works. Visitors will see a diverse range of art, including paintings, sculptures, decorative

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Musée d'Orsay · Salle 8 c, Niveau 0

Gustave Le Gray, Painter and Photographer

Nov 10 to Feb 7, 2027

€16

This exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay celebrates Gustave Le Gray, a pivotal figure in early French photography. Trained as a painter, Le Gray was a leading artist in the nascent field of photography. He significantly influenced 19th-century practitioners through his artistic vision and technical innovations. Le Gray was a technician, an inventor of improvements, a theoretician, and a teacher who established one of the first photography schools. The Musée d'Orsay holds a remarkable collection of his works, acquired since 1979. This exhibition, the first major one in France since 1988, aims to reintroduce the artist's multidisciplinary talents. It will showcase several recently acquired works,

Gustave Le Gray

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Monnaie de Paris

Fragonard, 100 ans de collections et de savoir-faire

Nov 13 to Jan 10, 2027

€12

For the first time in Paris, the Fragonard house is unveiling its heritage collections within the salons of the Monnaie de Paris. Founded in 1926 in Grasse, the world capital of perfumery, Fragonard shares an ancestral savoir-faire that was previously kept secret in its workshops. The brand, named after the painter Jean-Honoré Fragonard, a native of Grasse, celebrates its centenary. The exhibition, "Fragonard, 100 ans de collections et de savoir-faire," brings together for the first time three facets of its 18th-century holdings: art objects, fine arts, and costumes. At the heart of the exhibition, visitors will discover precious perfume bottles and cases, rare costumes, and masterpieces by

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

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La Cinémathèque française

Terence Fisher

From Nov 13

This program at La Cinémathèque française focuses on the director Terence Fisher, known for his contributions to gothic horror and erotic thrillers. The exhibition highlights his distinctive style, which blends the supernatural with themes of sensuality and cruelty. Two key films are featured: 'The Two Faces of Dr. Jekyll,' which reimagines Stevenson's myth with a seductive and corrupting Hyde in Victorian settings, and 'The Revenge of Frankenstein,' which pushes the mad scientist trope to chilling sadism through brain transplants and decadent visuals. The cycle also includes 'Cinéma bis,' a Friday night series exploring supposedly minor genres like peplum, horror, Italian westerns, martial

Terence Fisher

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Musée d'Orsay · Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum

What a Wonderful World

Masterpieces from the Musée d'Orsay

Nov 14 to Mar 28, 2027

This exhibition explores how artists in the latter half of the 19th century responded to a rapidly changing world. They captured the essence of modern life and evolving social norms, which were reshaping artistic conventions. The industrial revolution brought unprecedented transformations, with the rapid expansion of railways connecting French cities and the significant growth of urban centers. Paris, in particular, underwent a dramatic metamorphosis under Napoleon III, guided by Baron Haussmann's urban planning. A burgeoning bourgeoisie developed new leisure activities, such as attending horse races and enjoying country retreats. This dynamic 'present time' served as a rich source of inspir

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Centre Pompidou · Centre Wallonie-Bruxelles, Paris

Université permanente de Paris - Voyages retours

Nov 19 to Dec 3

This program, presented by L’Université permanente de Paris (UPP) and the Cinémathèque du documentaire by Bpi, features 30-minute conferences followed by film screenings. The films explore the concept of 'return journeys,' where filmmakers revisit the sources of their own history or that of others. These documentaries create a dialogue between the present experience of travel and the past of memory, using territory as a connecting element. The featured films address diverse themes, from returning to a homeland fled during wartime to traversing the country of one's grandfather, which is currently under bombardment. Each film demonstrates how documentary cinema can help individuals find thei

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Grand Palais · Palais des Beaux-Arts de Lille

Voyage à l’anglaise

Turner et les artistes du "Grand Tour" (1700-1850)

Nov 20 to Mar 22, 2027

This exhibition, "Voyage à l’anglaise," explores the rise of British landscape painting in the 18th and 19th centuries, focusing on artists who traveled across Europe during the "Grand Tour." Featuring nearly 90 works from the Tate's collections, it highlights how journeys through France, the Alps, and Italy transformed the perspectives and painting techniques of British artists. The exhibition showcases drawings, watercolors, and paintings that reflect a new sensitivity to nature, foreshadowing Romanticism and modern painting. William Turner, a central figure, is presented as a master of modern landscape and a pioneer of watercolor, drawing significant inspiration from his travels. Alongsid

William Turner · John Robert Cozens · Francis Towne · Thomas Jones · Joseph Wright of Derby · Richard Wilson

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Institut du monde arabe · Salles d'expositions (niveaux 1 et 2)

Les secrets de l'Alhambra

Nov 24 to May 16, 2027

€17

This exhibition delves into the secrets of the Alhambra, focusing on its splendor during the reign of Sultan Muhammad V in the 14th century. It aims to reveal the Alhambra as it was built by the Nasrid sultans, distinct from its current fortress appearance. The exhibition offers an immersive journey through the palace, showcasing marvelous works of art. Visitors will explore the genius of the Court of the Lions, the poetry of water, intricate geometric designs, and the refined epigraphy that gives voice to the palace. It also touches upon the grandeur of sultanian feasts, the sensuality of the gardens, and the cultural exchanges despite ongoing military tensions. The exhibition highlights th

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Centre Pompidou · Forum des images, Paris

Du court, toujours - La Fémis a 40 ans !

Nov 25

This event celebrates the 40th anniversary of La Fémis, the French national school for image and sound professions, which took over from IDHEC in 1986. The school, now in its fifth decade, is housed in the historic former Pathé-Natan studios. This program features a series of three film screenings showcasing works produced by La Fémis. While the school is more recognized for its fiction productions, it also embraces documentary forms. Each screening offers a journey through the school's history. This particular session highlights the global perspective of these works, examining the students, subjects, and locations featured in the films. The event emphasizes the opening of these student work

Stéphane Myczkowski · Hovig Hagopian · Virgile Van Ginneken · Guillaume Duchemin · Nicolas Lasnibat · Jérôme Lecanu

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Grand Palais

Le Musée Imaginaire d’Oli

Dec 2 to Feb 21, 2027

The Grand Palais presents 'Le Musée Imaginaire d’Oli', an exhibition conceived by the artist and musician Oli (Bigflo & Oli), with the collaboration of Jérôme Sans. The exhibition guides visitors through the inner states that give birth to a work of art: inspiration, doubt, the gaze of others, refuge, and transmission. It is a journey through the worlds that have shaped Oli, presented as an initiatory narrative. The exhibition delves into the mechanisms of the creative process, from the initial calling and the spark of inspiration to the vertigo of doubt, confrontation with external perspectives, intimate refuge, and the act of transmission. It bridges different worlds, connecting Oli's Fra

Oli · JR · Inès Longevial · Jean Julien · Alicja Kwade · Bernar Venet

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Maison Européenne de la Photographie

David Gilbert — Apparitions

Dec 4 to Jan 17, 2027

The Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) presents the first solo exhibition in France dedicated to the American artist David Gilbert. This exhibition, titled 'Apparitions,' showcases a selection of works created by Gilbert over the past fifteen years. His practice operates at the intersection of photography, sculpture, drawing, painting, and installation, exploring the narrative and poetic potential of staging. Gilbert constructs and photographs assemblages in his studio, using modest and ephemeral materials such as paper cut-outs, draped fabrics, string, and found objects. These materials are transformed into anti-monumental sculptures and delicate, precisely crafted aerial constructi

David Gilbert

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Tours

Stanley Greene - Jeu de Paume

Dec 4 to May 9, 2027

This exhibition is the first major retrospective in France dedicated to the work of American photographer Stanley Greene, who passed away in 2017. It offers a journey through nearly five decades of his photojournalism from around the world. The exhibition begins with his early photographs of the San Francisco punk scene and extends to his later engagement with environmental issues. A significant portion focuses on his extensive work documenting the conflicts between Russia and its former satellite states. Greene, born in Brooklyn to activist parents, inherited a commitment to social justice and a rebellious spirit. He forged his own path, exploring the underground music and drug scenes of Sa

Stanley Greene

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Grand Palais · Galeries 8

Girls. Adolescence, Mode, Rébellion

Dec 9 to Mar 21, 2027

€15

This exhibition explores the multifaceted representation of girls and adolescence through art, fashion, photography, and film. It challenges traditional, often simplistic, portrayals of young women, highlighting their emotional depth, psychological complexity, and political significance. The exhibition features a diverse range of works, including art pieces, clothing, accessories, photographs, film excerpts, archives, and everyday objects. It showcases how female adolescence remains a crucial source of inspiration for contemporary creation. Artists like Louise Bourgeois, Sofia Coppola, Martin Margiela, Simone Rocha, and Jenny Fax are featured, examining the "being a girl" from various perspe

Louise Bourgeois · Sofia Coppola · Martin Margiela · Simone Rocha · Jenny Fax · Jim Britt

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Musée d'Orsay · Salle 33, Niveau 5

Édouard Vuillard

Dec 15 to Mar 7, 2027

€16

This display showcases recent acquisitions by Édouard Vuillard, focusing on his exploration of the decorative. It includes major overdoor panels from the 'Public Gardens' series and a unique dinner service designed for Jean Schopfer. The exhibition highlights Vuillard's versatility across painting, pastel, and decorative arts. It serves as a prelude to a larger exhibition, 'Vuillard: Intimate Theaters'. Visitors will see how Vuillard integrated art into everyday life through these diverse pieces. The works demonstrate his innovative approach to design and his mastery of various techniques. The decorative arts aspect is particularly emphasized, showing his influence on the field. The presenta

Édouard Vuillard

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Grand Palais · Galeries 9.2 et 10.2

Mika Ninagawa with EiM. Alive with Shadows

Dec 16 to Mar 21, 2027

€15

The Grand Palais presents a European premiere exhibition by Mika Ninagawa, a major figure in Japanese visual arts, with her associated collective EiM. Through photographs, videos, and installations, her universe unfolds on a grand scale, inviting viewers to cross the thresholds of an intensely sensitive world. Born in Tokyo in 1972, Mika Ninagawa weaves a body of work at the crossroads of contemporary imagination and Japanese aesthetic memory. In her images, nature emerges unexpectedly, captured in the heart of urban turmoil or carefully preserved in human-made spaces. Gardens, bouquets, artificial flowers, vibrant petals, suspended butterflies, drifting goldfish, and city fragments form a f

Mika Ninagawa · EiM

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Pavillon de l'Arsenal · Magma, 14 Rue Berthollet, 94110 Arcueil, France

New Climates

Raw Water / The Mechanics of Cooling / Creating Shade

Jan 16, 2027 to Mar 7, 2027

Free

The New Climates exhibition addresses the urgent need for the Paris metropolitan area to adapt to climate change, particularly rising temperatures and altered precipitation patterns. It explores how architecture can be a resource in creating comfort, providing housing, and ensuring safety in the face of a projected 4°C temperature increase by 2100. The exhibition is structured around three distinct research projects that offer innovative solutions for urban resilience. 'Raw Water' by Camille Lot, Julie Maillard, and Pauline Soulenq investigates the potential of untreated water sources like rainwater and groundwater as a common good for adaptation. This project highlights existing systems and

Camille Lot · Julie Maillard · Pauline Soulenq · Nicolas Dorval-Bory · Jasmine Kenniche Le Nouëne · Gaël Le Nouëne

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Paris

Jonathas de Andrade - Jeu de Paume

Jan 26, 2027 to May 30, 2027

This exhibition at the Jeu de Paume in Paris features the work of Brazilian artist Jonathas de Andrade. Deeply interested in the political, cultural, and identity-based history of his country, Andrade revisits popular traditions, vernacular images, and key texts from the social sciences. He recomposes a personal narrative about the past, inviting reflection on universal themes such as racism, social class, labor, and the nature of oppression. His critique is articulated from a local perspective, situating his works within the context of the Brazilian Northeast, his native region. Andrade's projects offer insights into the persistent social problems in Brazil and Latin America, where modernit

Jonathas de Andrade

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Paris

William Klein. Revoir New York

Jan 26, 2027 to May 30, 2027

This exhibition revisits William Klein's seminal 1956 photography book, 'New York'. It draws from original documents in the artist's studio to showcase iconic 20th-century photographs alongside many lesser-known images that were difficult to see in the original book's dense layout. The exhibition offers a fresh perspective on New York, exploring its artistic, documentary, and experimental dimensions. Klein's 'New York' is a landmark of photographic publishing, recognized with the Nadar prize and influential for its innovative layout and impactful images. The book's legacy is further highlighted by Klein's own revisions in 1995 and a final portfolio created shortly before his death, compiling

William Klein

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Musée d'art et d'histoire du Judaïsme · Auditorium foyer

“The Illegals”: A cinematic odyssey

From Jan 28, 2027

€13

This exhibition explores the origins of Meyer Levin's 1947 film, "The Illegals." Levin, an American journalist and writer, journeyed to Warsaw to document the post-Holocaust era. He filmed the remnants of Jewish life and the aspirations of survivors dreaming of a new beginning. Accompanied by a cameraman and actors, including his future wife Tereska Torrès, Levin captured the clandestine activities of the Brihah, the emigration movement to Palestine. The exhibition details illegal border crossings and the harsh conditions in displaced persons' camps across Europe. Levin's film, "The Illegals," uses the British term for Jews entering Palestine covertly. It uniquely blends archival footage wit

Meyer Levin

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Musée d'Orsay · Seine Gallery, level 0

Family Histories

Mar 16, 2027 to Jul 18, 2027

This exhibition delves into the evolving concept of the family in 19th-century France, a period marked by significant political, social, and moral shifts. The family, regulated by the Civil Code and influenced by societal changes like feminism and romanticism, became a lens through which to view modern societal tensions. Artists captured these transformations through idealized, critical, and ambiguous depictions. Drawing from the Musée d'Orsay's extensive collections, the exhibition showcases paintings, sculptures, photographs, films, drawings, and archival materials that explore diverse family structures between 1848 and 1914. It features works by prominent artists and figures such as Edga

Paul Delance · Edgar Degas · Pierre Bonnard · Victor Hugo · Nadar · Lumière brothers

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Musée d'Orsay · Espace d'exposition temporaire Galerie Chauchard, niveau 0

Vuillard Intimate Theaters

Mar 23, 2027 to Jul 25, 2027

This exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay delves into the intimate works of painter Edouard Vuillard, a significant figure of the Nabi movement. It is the first exhibition in France dedicated to Vuillard in nearly 25 years. The focus is on his lifelong fascination with the theater, which profoundly influenced his art for over five decades, from the early 1890s to the late 1930s. Vuillard was an avid attendee of various theatrical forms, from cabarets and café-concerts to classical tragedies and avant-garde symbolist plays. He was not just an audience member but also an active participant, creating programs and stage sets for progressive theater circles. The exhibition explores how this engagement

Edouard Vuillard

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Musée de l'Orangerie

1927, time regained

Mar 31, 2027 to Aug 16, 2027

From €12.50

This exhibition, '1927, time regained,' is a unique exploration centered around a single year, 1927, which also marks the centenary of the Musée de l'Orangerie. The concept arose from the closure of the Centre Pompidou, prompting a collaboration to display parts of its collection during renovations. Instead of a traditional retrospective, the exhibition adopts a bolder approach by focusing exclusively on artworks created in 1927 from the Centre Pompidou's holdings. This constraint creates an intense and focused experience, highlighting artistic creation in a specific, condensed timeframe. The exhibition does not aim to illustrate a trend but rather to convey the atmosphere of 1927, a year ma

René Magritte

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Musée Bourdelle

André Derain. L'art est un jeu

Apr 1, 2027 to Aug 1, 2027

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Tours

Alexandra Catiere

Jun 4, 2027 to Nov 7, 2027

This exhibition at Jeu de Paume - Tours showcases the work of Alexandra Catiere, the recipient of the Prix Niépce - Gens d'images in 2026. The Prix Niépce annually recognizes a confirmed French photographer, under 50 years old, or one residing in France for over three years. Catiere follows in the footsteps of previous recipients Ed Alcock (2026) and Julien Magre (2024). The exhibition will feature Catiere's photographic work, highlighting her artistic vision and contribution to contemporary photography. Visitors can expect to see a curated selection of her images, offering insight into her creative process and the themes she explores. The venue for this exhibition is Jeu de Paume - Tours. T

Alexandra Catiere

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Paris

Laura Huertas Millan

Poison / Remède

Jun 15, 2027 to Sep 19, 2027

This exhibition by Laura Huertas Millan explores how history and narratives are constructed from the experiences, knowledge, and rituals of marginalized communities. The artist uses films, installations, photographs, and performances to juxtapose official archives with erased voices, revealing counter-narratives that question dominant forms of historical representation and transmission. Her work critically examines documentary and ethnographic registers, analyzing power dynamics between Europe and the Americas. Millan employs the camera to subvert cinema's historical role in extractivism, exploring its potential for storytelling. She coined the term "ethnographic fiction" to highlight the co

Laura Huertas Millan

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Institut du monde arabe · Espace des Donateurs (niveau -2)

La grande aventure du savoir médical

Sep 14, 2027 to Jan 2, 2028

This exhibition explores the transmission of medical knowledge from Antiquity to the Modern Age, highlighting its journey across civilizations. It emphasizes the continuity of medical ethics and the crucial role of books as carriers of this knowledge. The exhibition showcases how medical texts, often annotated and commented upon by physicians across generations and languages, remain vital. A significant focus is placed on the period between the 7th and 16th centuries CE, when the Arab-Muslim world profoundly advanced medical concepts and techniques. This era is marked by linguistic shifts, from Greek to Arabic and then to Latin, facilitating critical re-evaluation and debate. The exhibition'

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Paris

J. D. 'Okhai Ojeikere

Oct 12, 2027 to Jan 23, 2028

This exhibition showcases the work of J. D. 'Okhai Ojeikere, a Nigerian photographer who began his career in the mid-1950s. Ojeikere worked as a photographer for the Ministry of Information under the British colonial administration while also pursuing an independent practice. He captured portraits of graduates at the University of Ibadan and worked with Western Nigerian Television (WNTV), the first independent television station in Africa. His photographic approach documented the social and cultural transformations of contemporary Nigerian society. A significant project, begun in 1968 and continued throughout his life, involved the systematic documentation of Nigerian culture and creativity,

J. D. 'Okhai Ojeikere

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Jeu de Paume · Jeu de Paume - Paris

Pictures generation et No Wave, New York, 1977-1981

Oct 12, 2027 to Jan 23, 2028

This exhibition explores the convergence of the Pictures Generation artists and the No Wave music and film scenes in New York City between 1977 and 1981. It highlights a generation of artists who, at a time of questioning artistic hierarchies, repurposed images, sounds, and narratives from mass culture. Drawing inspiration from conceptual art, punk's rebellious spirit, and independent cinema, these artists embraced a freedom to work across all mediums, blurring the lines between high and popular culture. The Pictures Generation artists deconstructed the production and dissemination of images by replicating those found in advertising and cinema. Simultaneously, the No Wave scene fostered expe

Ericka Beckman

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Pavillon de l'Arsenal · forecourt of Université Paris-Saclay station

Paris Saclay

ONE REGION, A THOUSAND PRACTICES

From Nov 27, 2027

Free

This exhibition explores the transformations of Paris-Saclay, focusing on how its inhabitants and users interact with the territory. It highlights the region's evolution from agricultural land to a major academic and technological hub, showcasing its diverse uses and development projects. The arrival of Metro Line 18 is a key element, connecting major hubs and supporting new neighborhoods. The exhibition delves into the emerging ways of using the territory and the visions of the future held by its residents and users. It is based on field research, placing user experiences and perspectives at the forefront. Fanny Léglise, the curator, conducted interviews with people across the territory, in

Thomas Chéné · Sabine Delcour

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