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Parisiennes Citoyennes, the exhibition about women’s empowerment at Paris Musée Carnavalet

From September 28, 2022, to January 29, 2023, learn more about the history of feminism and women’s rights in Paris, thanks to the exclusive “Parisiennes citoyennes!” exhibition displayed by the Musée Carnavalet.

The Hôtel de Soubise, a remarkable setting for the French National Archives

In the heart of the Marais district, discover a private mansion and its hidden garden, home to the Archives nationales and a free museum open to all. A chance to admire the sublime architecture of the Hôtel de Soubise!

Claude Monet's Maison Impressionniste, the museum of the painter's life in Argenteuil

To discover the life of Claude Monet, there's no need to go as far as Giverny, as the Maison Impressionniste de Claude Monet in Argenteuil is home to an immersive museum about the painter.

Paris: mystery at the Invalides, two canons of the Musée de l’Armée are missing

Two canons from the Musée de l’Armée at the Invalides have disappeared! Have them been stolen or simply placed somewhere else? Anyway, this July 8, 2022, the museum has filed a complaint about theft of cultural property.

Histoires Naturelles exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs - Pictures

From April 14 to May 29, 2022, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs displays an exhibition within the nave, called “Histoires Naturelles, Dation François-Xavier et Claude Lalanne” shining a light the admission of 16 pieces of work and 38 drawings by the famous couple into the museum’s collections. Do not miss the exceptional musical event provided without extra cost, this Saturday May 7 in the nave and the famous Museums Night on Saturday May 14.

Exceptional nocturne: celebrate the Water Lilies at the Musée de l'Orangerie

The Musée de l'Orangerie is extending its opening hours: exceptionally, on April 29, 2022, the museum will open its doors in the evening for a special nocturne to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the donation of Monet's Water Lilies.

Giovanni Boldini exhibition at the Petit Palais

The Petit Palais is devoting an exhibition to the works of Italian artist Giovanni Boldini, entitled Giovanni Boldini, Le Plaisirs et les jours, from March 29 to July 24, 2022.

Musée du Louvre: Byzantium and Eastern Christianity department to open in 2024-2025

On February 1, Laurence Des Cars, current President of the Musée du Louvre, spoke to the Élysée Palace about the forthcoming opening of the Department of Byzantine and Oriental Christian Art, and in particular about the timetable for its completion. See you in 2024 or 2025 to discover the 1,200 pieces on display at the museum!

The Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Musée du Quai Branly…: 5 Paris museums listed as the best in France

Which place will be named best museum, best landmark or most remarkable venue in France this year? While waiting to discover the winners this November 10, the Tiqets website – behind this contest – shares the nominees of the 2021 edition. And at least 5 museums in Paris are listed. Here they are.

From Afar, travelling Materials and Objects: the compelling Louvre exhibition

From September 22, 2021 to July 4, 2022, the Louvre Petite Galerie houses the “From Afar, travelling Materials and Objects” exhibition following the traces of masterpiece trade between faraway worlds.

The Cinémathèque Française, a movie temple in the heart of Bercy

Screening sessions, library, museum, festivals… The Cinémathèque Française is the perfect place if you want to learn more about the history of cinema.

7 museums in Paris to rediscover on sunny days

As summer goes into extra time, keep on enjoying the last sunbeams. Come along and discover museums to visit on sunny days!

European Heritage Days 2021 in Paris: Musée d’Ennery

For European Heritage Days 2021 in Paris, discover one of the best-kept secrets in town: the wonderful collection of items from the Far East at the Musée d’Ennery. Meet on Saturday September 18, 2021 for a free one-hour-long guided tour. Caution, booking is mandatory.

Covid: health pass required for all events over 50 people

During his televised address as part of the fight against Covid, French President Emmanuel Macron is to announce – according to parliamentarians – the health pass is to be extended to and compulsory in many places starting from July 21, 2021. What are the venues it applies to? Keep reading to find out more!

Paris: where will the terrorism memorial museum be?

A new national cultural place is to open by 2027 in Paris: it will be a terrorism memorial museum which project had been announced in 2018 by Emmanuel Macron. Here is what we know so far.

Lockdown exit: Emmanuel Macron to speak this Friday, Castex announces

While the government confirmed daytime trip restrictions will be lifted from May 3, many French people are now wishing to know when will cultural places and terraces reopen. At the end of the Ministerial Council this April 28, Jean Castex announced Emmanuel Macron will speak this Friday April 30 to present the "prospects" of the new lockdown exit.

Covid: terraces and museums, the first to reopen from mid-May, Macron and Attal state

According to several elected representatives who attended the Covid crisis meeting this Thursday April 15 with Emmanuel Macron, terraces and museums are the first places to reopen when lockdown is lifted. A reopening starting from mid-May confirmed by Gabriel Attal this Thursday as well, along with the reopening of stores if the health conditions enable to do so.

Terraces and cultural places to reopen in France: different scenarios on the table

This is a new step the French people are highly anticipating: the reopening of the terraces of bars, cafés, and restaurants, as well as of museums and monuments, movie theaters, and show venues. For now, all these places are closed to the public because of the resurgence of the Covid-19 epidemic in the country. But the government has started considering several possible scenarios to reopen these places progressively. What are leads on the table? Keep reading to find out more.

Covid: Emmanuel Macron to host a meeting to talk about reopening protocols this Thursday

This is good news ahead of the exiting lockdown, despite Covid! This Tuesday April 13, the Elysée Palace announced French President Emmanuel Macron is to host – on Thursday April 15 – a meeting to address the progressive protocols to reopen places open to the public.

Contemporary public artworks to discover in the streets of Paris

Paris is an open-air museum! If you are into contemporary art, we suggest you to discover the mythical works that are waiting for you in the capital.