Historical exhibition guide

Explorations: a matter of state? The Army Museum's historical exhibition has been permanently closed.

The Army Museum traces three centuries of history and discoveries, with the exhibition Explorations: a State Affair? Initially planned to run until August 16, 2026, the exhibition had to close permanently ahead of schedule.

Tutankhamun: his tomb and treasures at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles: our photos

The Tutankhamun exhibition: his tomb and his treasures is back at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from July 3 to September 6, 2026. Tomb reconstructions, funerary treasures, audio guide, immersive room and VR experience: discover what awaits you on site, in pictures.

Korea, the kingdom of the scholars: a historic and immersive exhibition at the Cernuschi Museum

The Cernuschi Museum invites us to Korea for its upcoming exhibition on the yangban, the kingdom’s literati across the centuries, opening on 20 November 2026, featuring ancient masterpieces, period furniture, and costumes.

The Catacombs host a photo exhibition on Paris, from the depths to the skies.

The photographer Nadar, renowned for his images of Paris, is being celebrated at the Catacombs of Paris. From September 29, 2026 to January 31, 2027, don’t miss the exhibition "Nadar: Inventing Paris, From the Depths to the Sky."

Night-time Paris of the 20th century unfolds in a free photo exhibition at the Roger-Viollet Gallery.

Paris shines as much by day as by night: discover the capital’s rich nocturnal life, with the exhibition "Paris, Open at Night," on view for free from June 11 to October 3, 2026 at the Roger-Viollet Gallery.

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.

Brussels 1900 Exhibition at the Petit Palais: Belgian art in the spotlight in Paris

The Brussels 1900 exhibition at the Petit Palais invites us to step into the vibrant artistic scene of Belgium’s capital at the turn of the 20th century, through painting, architecture, jewellery and fashion. On view at the Petit Palais from 10 November 2026 to 25 April 2027.

Sculpting Color: Spanish Baroque Sculpture Lands at the Louvre

The Louvre presents a selection of 23 Spanish 17th‑century sculptures loaned by Valladolid’s Museo Nacional de Escultura. The exhibition "Sculpting Color" runs in the Hall Napoléon from October 7, 2026 to January 25, 2027.

This 17th-century Spanish painter is finally on display at the Louvre.

The Louvre Museum is devoting a major retrospective to Francisco de Zurbarán, a leading figure in 17th-century Spanish painting. So we’re pulling out the calendar to note this first-ever exhibition, which will be staged in the Napoléon Hall from October 7, 2026 to January 25, 2027.

An exhibition of costumes designed by Christian Lacroix at the Château de Fontainebleau - reviews & photos

As part of the Festival of Art History, Fontainebleau Castle is hosting an exhibition of stage costumes designed by Christian Lacroix, inspired by Marie-Antoinette and her legendary sense of style... Open from June 5 to November 2, 2026.

Knowledge in trompe-l'œil: the Korean art exhibition at the Guimet Museum

The Guimet Museum delves into the art and significance of trompe-l'œil in 18th-century Korea with the exhibition "Le savoir en trompe-l'œil," on view from September 16, 2026, to January 4, 2027.

Rebel Princess: The Duchess of Berry at the center of an exhibition at the Domaine de Sceaux

The Domaine de Sceaux invites visitors to rediscover Marie-Caroline, Duchess of Berry, in a historical exhibition running from September 13, 2026, to February 14, 2027.

Nicolas Flamel, the Paper Alchemist: Cluny Museum's Exhibition on the Fascinating Figure

Embark on a journey to meet a fascinating figure in history, where legend and reality intertwine... The Cluny Museum invites you to discover Nicolas Flamel in an exhibition running from October 13, 2026 to January 24, 2027.

Marc Bloch, The Spirit of History: An Exhibition Paying Tribute to the Resistance Fighter at the Panthéon

On the occasion of his entry into the Panthéon, historian and Resistance member Marc Bloch is the centerpiece of a new exhibition. On display from June 25, 2026 to January 10, 2027 at the Panthéon in Paris.

Amédée Couder, fabric designer: the exhibition behind the scenes of design at the Musée de la Toile de Jouy

The Toile de Jouy Museum pays tribute to 19th-century artist Amédée Couder, a pivotal textile designer. The exhibition runs from June 19, 2026 to January 10, 2027.

Primordial Water: the Louvre’s exhibition exploring Mesopotamian myths — our photos

The Louvre Museum in Paris presents The Primordial Water, an exhibition on water in ancient Mesopotamia, running from May 20, 2026 to March 15, 2027. Archaeological artifacts, myths, and irrigation show how this resource shaped the region’s earliest societies.

Silla: Gold and the Sacred: The historical exhibition of Korea's royal treasures at the Guimet Museum

Explore the history of South Korea with the Guimet Museum's exhibition: it unveils ancient treasures from the Silla Kingdom, in "Silla: Gold and the Sacred," on display from May 20 to August 31, 2026.

The Navy and the painters: a splendid exhibition of maritime paintings at the Navy Museum - photos

The Maritime Museum puts the spotlight on painters who helped shape the history of the French Navy across four centuries, with an exhibition of paintings on view from May 13 to August 2, 2026.

Heritage in Resistance: From Timbuktu to Odessa, an Exhibition at the City of Architecture.

In Paris, the Cité de l’architecture et du patrimoine presents the exhibition Patrimoines en résistance : de Tombouctou à Odessa, running from May 20, 2026 to January 3, 2027, a look at heritage in wartime, where destruction, safeguarding, and rebuilding come into play.

Jardins des Lumières: an exhibition on the art of garden design at the Grand Trianon, Palace of Versailles

At the Grand Trianon of the Palace of Versailles, in Yvelines, the exhibition Jardins des Lumières (1750-1800) delves into the art of the landscape garden through nearly 160 works, including paintings, models, drawings, and furniture. Go see it from May 5 to September 27, 2026, and take the opportunity to explore the Trianon gardens and the Queen's Hamlet.