More commonly known as the MEP, the Maison Européenne de la Photographie opened in 1996, under the impetus of theParis Audiovisuel association and with the support of Jacques Chirac, then Mayor of Paris. Located on rue de Fourcy in theHôtel Hénault, a private mansion in the 4th arrondissement, it is one of the Marais' cultural venues where each exhibition cultivates, enriches and sensitizes its viewer.
The MEP not only has several floors on which photo exhibitions are hung, but also a large library with over 36,00 books that can be consulted on site. There's also a café and a specialized bookshop, where you can pick up books on the latest exhibitions. Since 1996, the MEP has exhibited work by some of the world's leading photographers, from Robert Frank and Irving Penn to Martin Parr, Andy Warhol and Henri Cartier-Bresson...
As a family, you'll love coming to the MEP to take part in a creative workshop, a family guided tour or one of the courses and philosophy workshops organized especially for young visitors.
The MEP is open from Wednesday to Sunday, and charges €13 for full admission and €8 to €10 for reduced admission. Children under 8 and disabled visitors also get free admission.
Enter the Maison Européenne de la Photographie via rue de Fourcy, and take metro line 1 (Saint-Paul station), line 7 (Pont-Marie station) or line 11 (Hôtel de Ville station).
In Paris, this exhibition traces 60 years of fashion through the lens of Irving Penn, opening in September.
Irving Penn makes his mark at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie with PENN & FASHION, running from September 30, 2026 to January 17, 2027. Spanning more than six decades of images, the exhibition shows how his eye reshaped the rules of fashion photography, from Dior and Balenciaga to Issey Miyake, Chanel, and John Galliano. [Read more]
Photography in full letters: an artistic alphabet on display at the MEP
The European House of Photography celebrates the rich history and breadth of photography with a playful, original exhibition running from June 10 to September 13, 2026. [Read more]
Exhibition: Camille Vivier in a retrospective at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie
The European House of Photography is devoting a major retrospective to French artist Camille Vivier, a figure in contemporary photography as arresting as she is powerful. The exhibition runs from June 10 to September 13, 2026. [Read more]
World Photography Day: exhibitions and museums to visit in Paris this August
This Wednesday, August 19, 2026, World Photography Day is being celebrated. It’s a perfect excuse to race over to the capital’s art galleries and museums to check out the latest photography exhibitions. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
Next days
Saturday:
from 11:00 a.m. to 07:45 p.m.
Sunday:
from 11:00 a.m. to 07:45 p.m.
Wednesday:
from 11:00 a.m. to 07:45 p.m.
Thursday:
from 11:00 a.m. to 09:45 p.m.
Friday:
from 11:00 a.m. to 07:45 p.m.
Location
European House of Photography
7 Rue de Fourcy
75004 Paris 4
Route planner
Access
Metro Saint Paul (line 1) Metro Pont Marie (line 7)
Prices
Enfants - 3 ans et personnes en situation de handicap: Free
Tarif réduit: €8 - €10
Tarif plein: €13
Recommended age
For all
Official website
www.mep-fr.org
