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Strike at the Louvre Museum: the Paris institution remains closed until further notice

The employees of the Louvre Museum have unanimously voted to go on indefinite strike: starting December 15, 2025, the museum will remain closed until further notice.

Louvre Museum: water leak damages 400 Egyptology works, news

The Louvre Museum suffered a water leak on November 26 in the Mollien wing, damaging nearly 400 scientific works in the Egyptian Antiquities library. Following a burglary and the closure of a gallery, this incident raises further questions about the overall condition of the museum.

Gallery of the Five Continents: opening of a new exhibition space at the Louvre Museum

From December 3, 2025, the Gallery of the Five Continents will be open to visitors at the Louvre Museum, offering an opportunity to admire works from Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania, in a journey that reveals the diversity and dialogue of human creativity across the globe.

Louvre Museum: sharp increase in admission fees for foreign visitors starting in 2026

The Louvre is preparing to review its pricing policy with a significant increase in admission prices for visitors from outside Europe starting in January 2026. This decision was made by the government at a time when the museum is reaching historic visitor numbers and preparing new projects.

Louvre burglary: security measures announced by the museum after the October 19 theft

Following the burglary at the Louvre Museum on October 19, the management announced emergency measures to strengthen security at the site. Perimeter cameras, police presence... We take stock of the situation!

Louvre: Campana Gallery closed due to structural fragility, news

The Campana Gallery at the Louvre Museum, which houses ancient Greek ceramics, will close to the public on Monday, November 17, 2025. A technical report has highlighted the fragility of certain beams in the Sully quadrangle, prompting the museum to take precautionary measures.

Louvre Museum: free evening opening on Friday, December 5, 2025, the first Friday of the month

This is a great deal that we can take advantage of at the beginning of every month: the Louvre Museum opens its doors free of charge to all visitors on the first Friday of each month after 6 p.m. The next date to remember is December 5, 2025.

Travel through the centuries at the Louvre: we tested the virtual reality experience

Step back in time at the foot of the Louvre thanks to a unique virtual reality tour. An immersive journey, combining historical reconstructions, guided tours and sensory experiences, to (re)discover the Louvre like never before. We've got a promo code for you!

La Fabrique de la Galerie Farnèse: the exhibition that reproduces a masterpiece at the Musée du Louvre

Plunge into the heart of the Farnese Palace and its exceptional frescoes from November 5, 2025 to February 2, 2026, with the Musée du Louvre exhibition featuring a reproduction of this masterpiece.

Louvre Museum burglary: two suspects arrested and taken into custody—what we know

The case of the crown jewels at the Louvre took a new turn with the arrest of two suspects on the evening of Saturday, October 25. Here is what we know.

Burglary at the Louvre in Paris: the museum reopened its doors on Wednesday.

The Louvre Museum in Paris reopened on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, after a burglary on Sunday, October 19. Several imperial jewels were stolen from the famous Apollo Gallery, causing the museum to close for two days.

Burglary at the Louvre: the museum is closed this Sunday, how can I get a refund for my tickets?

A burglary took place on Sunday morning at the Louvre Museum in Paris, resulting in its exceptional closure. Affected visitors can request a refund... Here are the steps to follow.

Burglary at the Louvre Museum: two pieces of jewelry found after the theft of nine "priceless" items

A major burglary took place at the Louvre Museum on Sunday, October 19, 2025. Nine pieces of jewelry were stolen, only two of which have been recovered since. Investigators are continuing their search to identify the perpetrators of the theft and recover the rest of the loot.

The theft of the Mona Lisa from the Louvre Museum in 1911: here's the story

On August 22, 1911, Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa disappeared from the Musée du Louvre, under the noses of the guards. It was a shock. It would be another two years before Mona Lisa's smile could be seen again in sunny Florence.

Jacques-Louis David at the Louvre: the must-see exhibition on the neoclassical painter

To mark the 200th anniversary of Jacques-Louis David's death, the Musée du Louvre is staging an exceptional exhibition, Jacques-Louis David, from October 15, 2025 to January 26, 2026. A plunge into the world of the great neoclassical painter, between art, politics and modernity.

Musée du Louvre: discover the artistic and tourist heart of the capital

The Musée du Louvre, one of the capital's must-see museums, promotes French and European culture through its many masterpieces on display, as evidenced by the 8 million visitors a year who come to contemplate the smile of the Mona Lisa or the fervor of Liberty Guiding the People. A place steeped in history, where art has been flourishing for two centuries already, to discover if you're staying in Paris!

Louvre Film Festival: From David to Kubrick, the Revolution and Empire on the big screen

The Auditorium du Louvre Michel Laclotte puts cinema in the spotlight from October 17 to 26, 2025 with "De David à Kubrick. La Révolution et l'Empire au cinéma". Eleven screenings, accompanied by debates and meetings, plunge us into the heart of the French Revolution and the First Empire, echoing the exhibition dedicated to Jacques-Louis David, master of neoclassicism and committed revolutionary.

Draw me a masterpiece: discover the new season of family shows at the Musée du Louvre

The Musée du Louvre's educational and musical show is back: discover the new season of Dessine-moi un chef d'œuvre, the family show that turns art into a game.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: discover the secrets of the Arc du Carrousel du Louvre

Looking for an unusual idea for a cultural outing? During the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, come and visit the Arc du Carrousel du Louvre free of charge, on September 20 and 21, 2025. Click here for the program!