The Fabrique de l'Art: The Île-de-France space of the Centre Pompidou opens this fall in Massy

Standing as an essential fixture of Paris's cultural scene, this building is as loved as it is debated — home to Europe’s largest collection of modern and contemporary art. The Centre Pompidou is an iconic Parisian landmark that has now closed its doors to the public. Until 2030, the institution is undergoing major renovation works. But what will happen to the museum’s priceless collection during this period? And who might step in to fill the void left by Paris’s premier modern and contemporary art museum?

A new cultural hub is set to make its debut in Île-de-France! The Centre Pompidou Francilien – Fabrique de l’Art is scheduled to open its doors in the fall of 2026 in the city of Massy, located in the Essonne department (91). Spanning 30,000 square meters, this innovative cultural space features architecture by PCA-STREAM and is expected to echo the iconic design of the original Centre Pompidou.

“The exhibition spaces open to the public feature a wooden balcony overlooking the park, offering a viewpoint reminiscent of how visitors admire the Beaubourg district from the Centre’s terraces. On the second floor, a lookout terrace crowns the canopy and hosts public events; its wooden staircase on the facade alludes to Pompidou’s iconic ‘caterpillar’. The building’s proportions subtly echo the historic structure, particularly when it reflects in the lake, creating a harmonious dialogue,” explains the architecture firm.

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This sprawling new venue, of monumental proportions, will host workshops and storage spaces for several cultural institutions. The Art Factory aims to showcase collections from the Centre Pompidou as well as those from the Musée national Picasso Paris, and the Paris Museum of Modern Art. About 3,300 square meters will be dedicated to public access, featuring cultural and exhibition spaces, including a café-librairie.

The new art space is set to offer a vibrant program for visitors: workshops, temporary exhibitions, screenings, performances, and multi-disciplinary events.

The city of Massy is easily reachable from Paris via the RER B. The museum is also expected to be conveniently located near the upcoming Metro Line 18. The collections at the Centre Pompidou are worth a quick train trip... Situated on the Blanchette Park, it promises to become a vibrant new hub in Massy! We can’t wait to explore it next fall.