Musée des arts et métiers

Lady Liberty: the Museum of Arts and Crafts tells the story of the statue's construction in an immersive exhibition

The Museum of Arts and Crafts takes visitors behind the scenes of the construction of the Statue of Liberty, with the immersive, digital exhibition Lady Liberty, on view from September 22, 2026 to August 1, 2027.

Les Traversées du Marais 2026: Free cultural programming to experience this weekend in Paris

Les Traversées du Marais, the marquee cultural circuit that shines a spotlight on the Marais’ finest venues in Paris, is back this weekend, September 4–6, 2026. This year, around twenty iconic sites in the Parisian neighborhood are offering a host of free artistic events for everyone!

Science Festival 2026 at the Museum of Arts and Crafts: the program of activities

The Fête de la Science 2026 will take over the Musée des Arts et Métiers in Paris free of charge, offering tours, workshops and demonstrations centered on the museum’s inventions and collections, from October 2 to 4, 2026. A chance to gain a clearer understanding of science and technology through hands-on formats.

Heritage Days 2026: Exclusive tour of the reserves at the Musée des Arts et Métiers in Saint-Denis

On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the Musée des Arts et Métiers opens the doors to its storerooms, located in Saint-Denis (93), this Saturday, September 19, 2026. More than 80,000 objects are cataloged, restored, and preserved there since 1994. An exceptional visit not to be missed. Book your tour without delay.

Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: family-friendly, hands-on workshops at the Musée des Arts et Métiers

The Musée des Arts et Métiers is taking part in Heritage Days on Saturday, 19 and Sunday, 20 September 2026, offering a free family-friendly visit and a range of activities. Discover the program!

Fun games and playful challenges for the whole family this summer on the forecourt of the Museum of Arts and Crafts.

Summer is meant for play! That’s the view of the Musée des Arts et Métiers, which invites you to join them from July 7 to August 2, 2026 for enjoyable, playful moments for families and friends.

The car is a work of art: explore Nuit Blanche 2026 at the Musée des Arts et Métiers

On the occasion of the 25th edition of Nuit Blanche, the Musée des Arts et Métiers will open its doors free of charge to all visitors on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Come and discover the artistic installations on display for the event!

Flops?! Dare to fail, dare to innovate: explore the after-hours exhibition before it ends at the Musée des Arts et Métiers.

The Museum of Arts and Crafts is exploring failure and its essential role in invention, through the quirky exhibition "Flops. Dare, Fail, Innovate," running from October 14, 2025, to May 17, 2026. Evening openings are planned from May 5 to May 16, 2026.

Family workshops and demonstrations: Night of Museums 2026 at the Musée des Arts et Métiers

On the occasion of the 2026 Night of Museums, the Musée des Arts et Métiers invites you to a special after-hours event on Saturday, May 23, 2026: visitors of all ages will be invited to explore machines and devices, each more extraordinary than the last.

ZEUS, the iconic metal horse from the Olympics, on display for free at the Museum of Arts and Crafts in Paris

Zeus, the mechanical horse from the Olympic Games that captured everyone's hearts, has now arrived at the Musée des Arts et Métiers in Paris. The towering steel colossus is open to the public free of charge from December 17, 2025, to January 10, 2027.

Zeus, a masterpiece by artisans: the exhibition on the Olympic horse at the Museum of Arts and Crafts

Zeus, the striking metallic horse that surged across the Seine during the Paris 2024 Olympic opening ceremony, now takes center stage in an exhibition at the Museum of Arts and Crafts. The display runs from December 17, 2025, to March 29, 2026.

The Musée des Arts et Métiers: a historical journey through the greatest inventions

The Musée des Arts et Métiers is the kind of fun, family-friendly museum we love. Come and discover the world's greatest technical and technological inventions, housed in a historic monument.

Carbon footprint: the exhibition to understand ecology at the Musée des Arts et Métiers - photos

The Musée des Arts et Métiers deciphers climate change and the ecological challenges ahead in a groundbreaking exhibition. Discover "Empreinte carbone, l'expo" from October 16, 2024 to May 11, 2025.

Did you know? How many replicas of the Statue of Liberty are there in Paris?

Although the best-known Statue of Liberty is in the USA, there are several reproductions around the world, including in the French capital. So where are these statues located in Paris?

Explorer l'infiniment, the exhibition exploring unknown worlds, at the Musée des Arts et Métiers

From October 17, 2023, the Musée des Arts et Métiers invites you to discover the fascinating world of exploration, from the abyss to space and the study of our planet. Embark on a special adventure, following in the footsteps of the great explorers from the Musée des Arts et Métiers!

Halloween 2023: discover Stranger Sciences activities at the Musée des Arts et Métiers

The Musée des Arts et Métiers celebrates Halloween with all the curious! From October 27 to 29, 2023, come and take part in the various workshops and activities at Stranger Sciences, the not-to-be-missed All Saints' Day event.

Did you know? You can watch the Earth rotate thanks to Foucault's pendulum in Paris.

Want to see the Earth spinning at the end of a wire? You're in luck, because two of Foucault's pendulums can be seen in Paris, in the heart of the Panthéon and the Musée des Arts et Métiers.

France to send second Statue of Liberty to the United States

And two! France is to send second Statue of Liberty to the United States. According to JDD, this 2.83-m tall statue is to arrive in New York on July 4, namely for the U.S. Independence Day.

Museums and monuments closed in Paris this December 15, 2018

Some museums in Paris are closing this Saturday December 15, 2018 – for safety reasons. So, before you go out to enjoy beautiful art collections and temporary exhibitions in Paris, check if the museum you want to visit is closed or open!