Jardin des plantes district

The independent Cinema La Clef finally reopens its doors in Paris, saved by dedicated volunteers

Great news! After years of struggle and renovations, the independent cinema La Clef is officially reopening its doors on January 14, 2026, thanks to the efforts of the La Clef Revival collective and a team of 200 volunteers!

Closure of the Paleontology Gallery at the Natural History Museum for a year and a half

Bad news for paleontology enthusiasts who enjoyed their visits to the National Museum of Natural History—it's closing for renovations for the next 18 months!

Octant, the gourmet destination offering flavors from around the world in the 5th arrondissement

Octant invites you on a culinary world tour from Paris's 5th arrondissement, with seasonal fusion cuisine created by an inspired chef and a refined, cosmopolitan menu.

Coffre: show for young audiences at Le Mouffetard

Discover "Coffre," a creation for young audiences by the Label Brut collective at the Mouffetard – CNMa from February 12 to 19, 2026, for ages 3 and up.

In the process of illumination: Lumières de la nature: the winter nocturnal festival at the Jardin des Plantes

This winter, from November 12, 2025 to January 18, 2026, don't miss En voie d'illumination: Lumières de la nature, a magical nocturnal tour of Paris for young and old alike.

Deserts: the extended scientific exhibition at the Natural History Museum in Paris

The National Museum of Natural History in Paris takes us to the most extreme corners of the planet with the exhibition "Deserts," open from April 2, 2025, to April 19, 2026.

Discover the treasures of the Paris Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle - program

The Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle de Paris with its Jardin des Plantes is an emblematic institution of the capital, founded in 1793. Accessible all year round, this museum offers an insight into the world's rich natural heritage. From plants and magnets to fossils and experiments, immerse yourself in the fascinating world of nature.

Heritage Days 2025 at the Jardin des Plantes and the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2025, on September 20 and 21, the libraries of the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle and the Jardin des Plantes will be hosting special tours of the Museum's treasures.

Natural History Museum: Geology and Mineralogy gallery closed after gold nuggets stolen

A burglary targeted the Paris Natural History Museum on the night of September 15-16, 2025. Gold nuggets, valued at 600,000 euros, were stolen from the geology and mineralogy gallery. This latest incident comes on the heels of a cyberattack that hit the museum last July.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in the gardens of the École du Breuil, Paris, in the Bois de Vincennes

The Journées du Patrimoine 2025 will take you to the heart of the gardens of the École du Breuil in Paris on September 20 and 21, 2025. Don't miss this exploration of the art of botany in the capital's 12th arrondissement, in the heart of the Bois de Vincennes!

Paris: cyber-attack hits Natural History Museum, cancels exhibition

The massive cyberattack that has paralyzed the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle in Paris's 5th arrondissement since late July 2025 has forced the institution to cancel the "Tropical Autumn: Palms, Treasures and Secrets" exhibition scheduled to run from October 16 to November 24 in the Grandes Serres.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the Grande Mosquée de Paris, the program

The Grande Mosquée de Paris is looking forward to welcoming you to its special program for the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) on the weekend of September 20 and 21, 2025. An opportunity to immerse yourself in this bucolic and exotic setting!

What to do with children at the Museum of Natural History Family activities and visits

The Museum d'Histoire Naturelle, one of Paris's leading cultural centers, has several locations around the city, with nature, biodiversity and the study of life sciences at the heart of the project.

Facettes Festival 2025: the youth mental health event returns to Césure

On October 18 and 19, 2025, the Facettes festival returns to Césure, offering workshops and a host of free events focusing on young people's mental health.

Tropical Autumn: Jardin des Plantes exhibition cancelled due to cyber attack

The Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle had organized an immersive exhibition in nature, in the heart of the Grandes Serres of the Jardin des Plantes, from October 16 to November 24, 2025. This exhibition, entitled "Tropical Autumn: palms, treasures and secrets", has had to be cancelled due to a cyber-attack that disrupted the museum's operations.

Carnet rose: two baby red pandas are born at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris

It's certainly the cutest news of the moment: two little red pandas have been born at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris.

Murder Party at the Museum: M6's new immersive investigation program at the Muséum national

This Wednesday, July 16, 2025, M6 unveils an original new entertainment program, Murder Party au Musée, hosted by Francis Huster. Filmed in the exceptional setting of the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle in Paris, this interactive evening combines investigation, suspense and cultural discovery, with a cast of well-known personalities.

La Vaisselle des Chefs 2026, sale of 10,000 pieces of tableware from the finest restaurants in Paris

La Vaisselle des Chefs is an event to be held in Paris on February 7 and 8, 2026. On sale: 10,000 pieces of tableware from the finest restaurants in Paris!

Grande Galerie de l'Evolution: discover the children's workshops, a storytelling tour every Saturday

Every Saturday, the Grande Galerie de l'Evolution offers a weekly event for families with children. Welcome to the little ones' Saturdays!

Fête de la musique 2025 at the Grande Mosquée de Paris, here's the program

For the second year running, the Grande Mosquée de Paris celebrates music! Join us in the capital's 5th arrondissement this Saturday, June 21, 2025, to discover a series of free religious and spiritual songs (madaihs) in the cultural space and sublime gardens of the Parisian monument. An original event not to be missed!