Paris's heritage and cultural life are sure to delight enthusiasts and the curious, eager to discover and thirsty for knowledge. Throughout the year, the capital offers a rich program of cultural events for the enjoyment of all cultural outings. If you're in the 17th arrondissement of Paris, or if you'd like to explore this part of the capital, now's your chance to conquer the heritage that awaits us on the western side of the City of Light.
From Place de Clichy to Batignolles and Wagram, the 17th arrondissement is home to quiet, village-like neighborhoods, prestigious locations where embassies have taken up residence, and lively streets filled with theaters, bars and neighborhood nuggets. It's also a great place for a stroll, with the sublime parc Monceau.
And good news for those in search of cultural outings, there's also a fascinating program of events and exhibitions, including the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner and Citéco, the Cité de l'économie nestled in a historic castle. Here's a round-up of ideas for cultural visits.
The Musée Jean-Jacques Henner: a workshop preserving the legacy of the Alsatian painter
Little-known to Parisians, the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner houses a veritable treasure trove of art, bequeathed by the Alsatian painter's family, in a mansion that has always been a beacon for the arts. [Read more]
Cité de l'Économie - Citéco: a fun, educational museum at the heart of the economy
At the heart of the Hôtel Gaillard, a neo-renaissance masterpiece listed as a historic monument and former Banque de France building, lies an educational museum focusing on economic concepts: Citéco, a must-see for the whole family! [Read more]
Elles, les élèves de Jean-Jacques Henner: the Jean-Jacques Henner Museum's exhibition for women
The Musée Jean-Jacques Henner focuses on women artists, with the exhibition "Elles, les élèves de Jean-Jacques Henner", on view from November 28, 2024 to April 28, 2025. [Read more]
Art42: the free street-art museum that puts urban art in the spotlight in Paris
If you're a street-art fan, come and visit Art42, the street-art museum in Paris. This unusual place is open free of charge once a month, with guided tours. [Read more]
Good plan : Citéco offers us a free night on the first Thursday of the month
An evening at the museum is even better when it's free! Every first Thursday of the month, Citéco opens its doors for free for a cultural evening. [Read more]
