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The Centre Pompidou and its Piazza listed as Historic Monuments

The Centre Pompidou and its Piazza are now listed as historic monuments. It is a rare distinction for this 1977 building in Paris’s 4th arrondissement, granted in October 2026 while the museum is closed for renovation work.

Paris/Berlin Encounters 2026: Cinema and Contemporary Art in Paris

From November 23 to 29, 2026, the Paris/Berlin International Encounters bring together cinema and contemporary art in Paris. Public admission is free.

Beaubourg, my love: 50 years of the Centre Pompidou at the Philharmonie de Paris, the program

In 2027, the Centre Pompidou will mark its 50th anniversary. Because it will be temporarily closed for renovations, Beaubourg partners with the Philharmonie de Paris to celebrate the milestone with an exclusive weekend on Friday, January 29 and Saturday, January 30, 2027. The lineup? A visual and musical performance envisioned by Soundwalk Collective and Patti Smith, a cine-concert drawing inspiration from Man Ray’s films, and a nightclub night! Here’s what’s in store.

Center Pompidou: prices, opening hours, access... All you need to know about the Musée d'Art Moderne

The Centre Pompidou, a modern and contemporary art museum in the heart of Paris, invites you every day (except Tuesday) for a dive into art in all its forms. Explore its history, its exhibitions, and immerse yourself in the artistic universe of one of the world's most visited museums! The museum is currently closed for renovations.

The Centre Pompidou Francilien is hosting three free weekends ahead of its grand opening.

Before we can enjoy the Centre Pompidou Francilien in Massy, opening in spring 2027, the art venue invites us to enjoy three weekends of free programming in October.

Matisse 1941-1954: More evening hours to visit the grand exhibition at the Grand Palais

Le Grand Palais and the Centre Pompidou unveil a fresh look at Matisse, focusing on his final years of life and creation. A retrospective that fans won’t want to miss, on view at the Grand Palais from March 24 to July 26, 2026. Evening openings are available on Wednesday nights starting May 27.

Hilma af Klint at the Grand Palais: an exhibition weaving together spiritualism, the occult, and abstraction

Hilma af Klint, the Swedish visionary artist and a pioneer of abstraction, anchors a groundbreaking show at the Grand Palais, in collaboration with the Centre Pompidou, from May 6 to August 30, 2026. Her mystic works, nourished by Spiritism and the occult, are unveiled in France for the first time in a curatorial journey that brings together almost the entire body of the Temple Paintings cycle, her magnum opus.

Franz Ferdinand: Don't miss their special concert at the Centre Pompidou, airing on France 4

Before closing for five years of renovations, the Centre Pompidou hosted the renowned Scottish band Franz Ferdinand for an exclusive performance. Great news for fans: France 4 has decided to broadcast this special concert this spring. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 25, 2026, in prime time, and catch Alex Kapranos and his band live from the museum's terrace on your TV screen!

Cabaret Extra 2026! The must-attend literary event at the Centre Pompidou, coming to the Grand Palais

The Centre Pompidou is hosting a very special edition of its literary event, Extra!. From April 17 to 19, 2026, the festival transforms into a cabaret experience at the Grand Palais.

Beaubourg Competition of 1971: A Free Exhibition Showcasing the Architectural Proposals for the Pompidou Center

The Centre Pompidou building was created following an international architectural competition. Explore other notable entries from the contest — alternative versions of the Centre Pompidou that might have existed in Paris. These intriguing designs are showcased in a free exhibition by the Academy of Architecture, open from January 30 to February 22, 2026.

Unlimited sketches: the Centre Pompidou showcases its treasures at the Grand Palais — our photos

The Centre Pompidou is unveiling some of the stunning masterpieces from its drawing collections with the exhibition Drawings Without Limits, opening at the Grand Palais from December 16, 2025, to March 15, 2026.

Kandinsky: where can you see the abstract painter's works in Paris?

He is one of the pioneers of abstract art: Wassily Kandinsky left his mark on the art world of the 20th century and continues to fascinate art lovers. Find out where the painter's paintings are exhibited in Paris.

Show at the Centre Pompidou: spectacular farewell fireworks by Cai Guo-Qiang

The Centre Pompidou continues to bid farewell in style with a spectacular fireworks display by Cai Guo-Qiang on October 22, 2025 at 5:30pm. This free pyrotechnic performance created with artificial intelligence marks the building's closure for renovation.

Center Pompidou: experiments and concerts with Ed Banger, Myd and Christine and the Queens... before closing time

The Centre Pompidou turns into a giant club for a unique weekend! On October 24 and 25, 2025, the Because label celebrates its 20th anniversary with DJ sets, performances and immersive installations on eight levels. Before five years of renovation, every floor of the museum will be vibrating to the rhythms of Ed Banger, Sébastien Tellier and Christine and the Queens.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025: discover the secrets of the Stravinsky Fountain in Paris

On the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, plunge into the artistic and colorful world of the Stravinsky Fountain, an emblematic work of the 20th century located near the Centre Pompidou. Discover the secrets behind this colorful creation!

Niki de Saint Phalle: where can you see the famous artist's works in Paris?

Niki de Saint Phalle is one of the world's best-known modern artists. Her art is still exhibited and admired, more than 20 years after her death. Here's where to see Niki de Saint Phalle's work in Paris.

Paris: what's going on behind the palisades barricading the Place du Centre Pompidou?

Paris, museum city, podium city? Over the past few days, the forecourt of the Centre Pompidou has vanished behind imposing palisades, leaving passers-by between frustration and fascination. This is where one of the most eagerly-awaited events of Men's Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026 is taking place. We tell you all about it.

Center Pompidou: the museum becomes a giant club for an electro-arty evening with DJ sets

The Centre Pompidou steps out of its box and into XXL club mode with ARTKLUB on Saturday, July 5, 2025. On the program? Electro DJ sets, transgressive performances and arty installations? the night is like an exhibition in trance, a museum rave for creative night owls and free spirits!

Center Pompidou: permanent collection rooms to close on March 10

Only a few days to go before the Centre Pompidou's permanent collection rooms close. Located on levels 4 and 5 of the building, these spaces will cease to welcome the public from the evening of Monday March 10, 2025, for a period of five years. To mark the occasion, Beaubourg is offering a festive weekend of free events.

Il était une ville, the playful design exhibition, at the Galerie des Enfants in Beaubourg

From February 13 to June 30, 2025, the Galerie des Enfants at the Centre Georges Pompidou hosts a new exhibition by artist Sara de Gouy: Il était une ville.