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Exhibition event Revoir Watteau at the Musée du Louvre, around the figure of Pierrot - our photos

Following restoration of the work, art lovers are invited to rediscover Antoine Watteau's masterpiece "Le Pierrot, dit Le Gilles" in a new exhibition at the Musée du Louvre, from October 16, 2024 to February 3, 2025. A character who has been the subject of much ink... And a lot of paint!

Unusual: why did a mummy in the Louvre Museum have to be scanned?

A 2,900-year-old mummy from the Louvre Museum was sent to Lens hospital for a few days to undergo a CT scan. A patient like no other, who could well be helping science in the process!

Where can you see the Victoire de Samothrace in Paris, the sculpture on display at the closing ceremony?

During the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the goddess Niké made numerous appearances. First on the Olympians' medals, on the Pont Alexandre III, but also during the closing ceremony, with the sculpture of La Victoire de Samothrace, visible in Paris!

Paris 2024 Olympics: Do I need a QR code on my Games Pass to go to the Museum in the grey zone?

As you know, in the run-up to the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, access to certain areas is restricted to ensure the safety of all. A gray zone has been set up from July 18 to 26, so if you're wondering whether the museum or monument you'd like to visit requires a Games Pass, we've got an update.

Masterpieces from the Torlonia Collection: a magnificent sculpture exhibition at the Musée du Louvre

Come and admire the treasures of ancient Rome, with a visit to the "Masterpieces from the Torlonia Collection" exhibition, at the Musée du Louvre, from June 26 to November 11, 2024.

Post Malone: an exceptional concert by the American rapper at the Louvre

Post Malone in concert in the Cour Carrée of the Louvre Museum? This is the musical event not to be missed in Paris on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. For those who can't make it, this live event will be livestreamed on Roblox.

Liberty Guiding the People: Delacroix's famous painting back on show at the Louvre

After several months of restoration, the painting "Liberty Guiding the People" is back on display at the Louvre, to the delight of visitors.

The Louvre by night: two evenings of art every Wednesday and Friday!

In your busy week, treat yourself to a moment of magic: the Musée du Louvre opens at night every Wednesday and Friday evening. The permanent collections and temporary exhibitions of the world's most beautiful museum await you!

Olympism, a modern invention: the exhibition between art and sport at the Musée du Louvre, our photos

The Musée du Louvre is gearing up for the Olympic Games, with a brand-new, sporting exhibition. From April 24 to September 16, 2024, discover "Olympism, a modern invention, an ancient heritage".

La fête du muscle, a weekend of sports activities for children, at the Louvre Museum

At the end of April, on Saturday 27th and 28th 2024, the Musée du Louvre is organizing the Fête du Muscle, a cultural and sporting event for the whole family!

A night at the Louvre: stroll and intimate concert with Birds on a wire

Come and spend two special nights at the Louvre with Rosemary Standley and Dom La Nena, aka Birds on a wire. On Monday May 13 and Tuesday May 14, 2024, the two artists are offering two exclusive musical evenings at the famous Paris museum to coincide with the "Revoir Van Eyck. La Vierge du chancelier Rolin" exhibition.

Run to the Louvre: sports tours with cardio, yoga and dancehall in the museum

In April and May, the Musée du Louvre invites you to an unusual visit, early in the morning, before the monument opens. On the program: exercise your muscles as you wander through the sculpture collection!

The Van Eyck exhibition at the Louvre unveils: (re)discover La Vierge du chancelier Rolin (The Virgin of Chancellor Rolin)

To mark the restoration of Van Eyck's masterpiece The Virgin of Chancellor Rolin, the Musée du Louvre is unveiling an exceptional exhibition featuring the largest number of Van Eyck's works ever presented in France. From March 20 to June 17, 2024, visitors to the first-floor Salle de la Chapelle will discover some sixty works that will take us deep into the ins and outs of this creation.

A news item, a work of art: Tiepolo's Carnival Scene, or Minuet, at the Musée du Louvre

For centuries, Carnival has enlivened the streets of towns and villages in many countries. This colorful festival has inspired artists such as Giandomenico Tiepolo, whose painting Scène de Carnaval, or Le Menuet, can be seen at the Louvre Museum.

Pierre Bonnard: where to see the painter's works in Paris?

Painter, engraver, sculptor, lithographer: Pierre Bonnard left his mark on the post-impressionist art world. Discover the works of this great French artist in Paris museums.

Tourism: record attendance for Paris museums in 2023

Parisian museums are delighted, with record attendance compared to pre-crisis years, following an already exceptional 2022. Musée d'Orsay, Louvre and Château de Versailles still top the visitor charts!

A film-concert tribute to Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral in the heart of the Louvre

Enjoy an exceptional cine-concert in the heart of the Louvre Museum, with the screening of the silent film "Notre-Dame de Paris" accompanied by an organ, in parallel with the current exhibition on the cathedral, on January 14, 2024.

Napoli Night at the Musée du Louvre: an exceptional evening to close the Naples in Paris exhibition

Nuit Napoli" is the Musée du Louvre's exceptional evening event to celebrate the end of the "Naples in Paris" exhibition on December 15, 2023. With concerts, dance performances, creative workshops and an Italian DJ set, this promises to be an unforgettable cultural evening! It's also an opportunity to rediscover Italian paintings in the prestigious setting of the Louvre.

Napoleon in Paris: in the Emperor's footsteps

Napoleon I's reign was short, but intense: in just a few years, the Emperor managed to leave a lasting imprint on France. In Paris, this legacy is clearly visible. Hôtel des Invalides, Arc de Triomphe, Eglise de la Madeleine, rue de Rivoli... Let's take an imperial stroll through the streets of the capital.

The Musée du Louvre celebrates its 230th anniversary: discover the museum's programme of events

The Musée du Louvre celebrates its 230th anniversary, with an astonishing program of artistic and contemporary events to discover without delay. We tell you all about it.