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Art Basel Paris 2025: a monumental totem installed on the forecourt of the Institut de France, photos

Once again this year, the Institut de France is participating in the outdoor program of the Paris+ contemporary art fair by Art Basel. From October 17 to 28, 2025, come and admire an impressive sculpture by Ugo Rondinone on the institution's forecourt.

The treasures of the 6th arrondissement in Paris? Exclusive interview with mayor Jean-Pierre Lecoq on nuggets and cinema

Known as THE literary district par excellence, Paris's 6th arrondissement is full of cultural nuggets and strolls, but not only. The Luxembourg Gardens, the Institut de France, Saint-Sulpice church... The editorial team takes a look at what its mayor, Jean-Pierre Lecoq, thinks the 6th arrondissement has to offer. Discover our interview.

Heritage Days 2025 at the Institut de France in Paris: exceptional opening

The Institut de France is taking part in the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, held on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025. It's an opportunity to discover one of Paris's most little-known institutions, steeped in history and tradition, during exceptional tours. Here's the program for these open days.

Nuit Blanche 2025: open-air dance at the Institut de France in Paris

The Institut de France has put together a lovely program for the Nuit Blanche in Paris, this Saturday, June 7, 2025. Head for the capital's 6th arrondissement to enjoy a dreamlike show.

The Institut de France, the cultural center with its 5 academies at the end of the Pont des Arts

Discover the Institut de France, located at 23 Quai de Conti in the 6th arrondissement of Paris. Founded in 1795, this cultural center is home to five prestigious academies and the Bibliothèque Mazarine, immersing you in French history and culture.

Hélène Carrère d'Encausse dies: how many women are left in the Académie française?

Unlike men, women have only recently been inducted into the Académie française. It was not until 1980 that Marguerite Yourcenar was inducted. Following the death of Hélène Carrère d'Encausse, let's take stock of the female presence at the heart of the Institut de France.