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Bokbar pop-up bookstore: Nordic books to devour at the Swedish Institute

This fall, Bokbar is setting up shop at the Swedish Institute and opening a pop-up bookstore dedicated to Nordic literature. Jón Kalman Stefánsson, Tove Jansson, Sara Stridsberg, Sofi Oksanen, Karl Ove Knausgård, Karolina Ramqvist... come and discover the novels of these talented Nordic authors until December 21, 2025.

Tarik Kiswanson presents "The Relief", a free exhibition at the Swedish Institute - our photos

This autumn and winter, the Swedish Institute in Paris invites Tarik Kiswanson, winner of the Prix Marcel Duchamp in 2023. On view free of charge from October 23, 2025 to January 11, 2026, this exhibition, entitled "The Relief", unveils a small selection of works by the multi-disciplinary visual artist, "presented for the first time in France".

Blazing Grace: the free exhibition at the Swedish Institute for Paris Design Week, our photos

As part of Paris Design Week, the Swedish Institute in Paris is opening its doors to five Scandinavian glass artists. Join us in the Marais district of Paris from September 3 to 21, 2025 to discover this free exhibition entitled "Blazing Grace", featuring works by Maria Bang Espersen, Hanna Hansdotter, Peter Hermansson, Fredrik Nielsen and Kirsten Vikingstad Hermansson.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 at the Swedish Institute in Paris, in the courtyard of the Hôtel de Marle

For the 42nd Journées du Patrimoine, the Swedish Institute in Paris is offering guided tours of the building that houses it: the superb Hôtel de Marle. Join us on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025 to discover this architectural gem!

Fête de la Musique 2025 at the Swedish Institute: Midsommar and three free concerts on the program

For this year's Fête de la Musique, to be held this Saturday, June 21, 2025, the Swedish Institute in Paris will be thrilling you in its garden with no less than three free concerts. As every year, the famous traditional Midsommar dances will take place just before the concerts, for a Swedish celebration that's both festive and family-friendly. Here's the program!

Louis-Jean Desprez: the Swedish Institute dedicates a monographic exhibition to the artist, our photos

Painter, engraver, architect and traveler, Louis-Jean Desprez left his mark on the 18th century with his dramatic and enigmatic works. Fifteen of these works can be admired free of charge at the Swedish Institute. This monographic exhibition, part of the new layout of the permanent exhibition, runs from May 17 to October 26, 2025.

Nuit des Musées 2025: nocturne at the Swedish Institute in Paris, the cultural center's program

Located in the Marais district of Paris, the Swedish Institute regularly offers a wide range of cultural events. Take advantage of Nuit des Musées 2025, this Saturday, May 17, to discover these exciting events showcasing Sweden!

Barbro Östlihn: free exhibition dedicated to the Scandinavian painter at the Swedish Institute, our photos

For its new exhibition, the Swedish Institute is showcasing several works by talented painter Barbro Östlihn. An installation to be discovered free of charge from March 28 to July 20, 2025.

Cosmos et Vanitas: a solo exhibition by Ylva Snöfrid at the Swedish Institute, our photos

Scandinavian artist Ylva Snöfrid presents "Cosmos et Vanitas", her very first solo exhibition in Paris. On view from October 15, 2024 to February 23, 2025 at the Swedish Institute, this free installation showcases the work of this artist, known for her figurative paintings and sculptural objects, which she uses notably in the scenography of her various performances, conceived as "rituals".

"Astral forests": our photos from the free exhibition at the Swedish Institute in Paris

This autumn, the Swedish Institute unveils its "Astral Forests"! To be seen exclusively from September 6 to 22, 2024, this free group exhibition brings together the work of five talented Swedish artists at the crossroads of design, contemporary art and traditional Nordic crafts. Would you like a tour?

Following the waves: the art of Lars Fredrikson, Anastasia Ax and Christine Ödlund at the Swedish Institute

The Swedish Institute presents an exhibition and events featuring images, installations and sculptures by Lars Fredrikson, Anastasia Ax and Christine Ödlund. Poetry, readings, a concert, animated objects, movement... Experience the Suivre les ondes season, from March 8 to June 16, 2024!

The Swedish Institute in Paris: Sweden's only cultural center abroad

For a trip to Scandinavia without even leaving the capital, head for the Swedish Institute! Housed in the sublime Hôtel de Marle since 1971, the Nordic cultural center offers a rich and varied program of events all year round, showcasing art, music, design and cinema straight from Sweden.

Sara-Vide Ericson: "Desire of the Tail", a free exhibition at the Swedish Institute

First solo exhibition in Paris for the talented Swedish painter Sara-Vide Ericson. And it's at the Swedish Institute that the Scandinavian artist has chosen to exhibit, until February 18, 2024, some twenty figurative canvases produced especially for this beautiful free installation entitled "Desire of the Tail".

FINE DYING by Misschiefs: a free, totally unusual installation at the Swedish Institute

As part of Paris Design Week, the Swedish Institute in Paris is opening its doors to Misschiefs and its bewildering "FINE DYING" installation. Combining the creations of nine artists and designers, the installation hijacks the idea of "Fine Dining" by revealing a series of unusual, punkish objects laid out on a large table.

Open-air cinema at the Swedish Institute: a little-known film to discover in September

The Institut Suédois invites you to an open-air screening as part of the "Traversées du Marais" multicultural festival. Join us in the beautiful garden of the Institut on September 1, 2023, to discover "Beyond Dreams", by Rojda Sekersöz.

The Night of Literature 2023: free activities and discoveries at the Swedish Institute

The Night of Literature will hold its eleventh edition at the Swedish Institute on May 13, 2023. All evening long, meet authors, enjoy readings and musical interludes!

An uncommon sauna at Paris Institut Suédois

Temperatures are dropping and at the Swedish Institute in Paris, it’s crazy! For 3 weekends from November 25 to December 10, come and enjoy… a sauna in its garden! The idea if to make the best of bad weather to get a relaxing moment like in Sweden with a sauna created by the two artists Bigert & Bergström!