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Paris 1793-1794, a revolutionary year: the Musée Carnavalet's surprising historical exhibition

If the French Revolution is an event well known to all, 1793-1794 marks an important year in our history. The Musée Carnavalet explores this date in an exhibition running from October 16, 2024 to February 16, 2025.

Jackson Pollock, the early years: the retrospective exhibition unveiled at the Musée Picasso Paris

The Musée Picasso Paris is organizing a major retrospective in tribute to the American master of abstract painting, Jackson Pollock. Don't miss this exhibition running from October 15, 2024 to January 19, 2025.

Wellness: Birkenstock opens an ephemeral foot spa in a Paris concept store

Birkenstock puts down its soles at Merci and unveils its new Care Essentials range accompanied by a Foot Spa until November 14, 2024. On the program? A spa for tired feet and eco-friendly treatments, giving you the chance to pamper your feet ... the orthopedic way!

Boudoir des Muses: a hotel-theatre in a historic building with a sulphurous past in Paris

In the Haut Marais district, a new hotel promises to unleash Parisians ... Le Boudoir des Muses, an elegant setting with a sultry past, is also an immersive theater, with an eclectic program of music, dance and cabaret.

Federico Pietrella exhibits his pointillist date-stamped canvases at Sobering Galerie

Artist Federico Pietrella returns to Paris' Sobering Galerie with his exhibition "Nulla due volte, Nothing twice", from October 19 to November 7, 2024. Through his date-stamping technique, he captures time and the ephemeral, creating works in which every moment becomes an irreversible visual trace.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris: the little-known Musée Cognacq-Jay unveils its program

For the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Musée Cognacq-Jay, located in the heart of Paris's 3rd arrondissement, is opening its doors to all visitors on September 21 and 22, 2024. Set out to conquer this little-known spot in the capital.

Made in France, a textile history: the free exhibition at the National Archives

In a free exhibition, the Archives Nationales tell the story of textiles "Made in France" with a collection of unique samples, from the most popular to the most luxurious fabrics, from October 16, 2024 to January 27, 2025.

The Hôtel de Soubise, a remarkable setting for the French National Archives

In the heart of the Marais district, discover a private mansion and its hidden garden, home to the Archives nationales and a free museum open to all. A chance to admire the sublime architecture of the Hôtel de Soubise!

Paris Design Week: Eau Fraîche, the free sensory installation at the Archives Nationales

Paris Design Week 2024 offers a breath of fresh air with Eau Fraîche, a poetic and visionary installation on view until September 22 in the courtyard of the Hôtel de Soubise, at the Archives Nationales.

Luxe de Poche: the very, very chic exhibition is extended at the Musée Cognacq-Jay - our photos

Immerse yourself in 18th-century elegance with the Luxe de Poche exhibition, to be enjoyed without moderation at the Musée Cognacq-Jay! From March 29 to November 24, 2024, discover a unique collection of boxes, snuffboxes and other luxury objects that shaped the sociability rituals of the elite. Admire the work of legendary goldsmiths and let yourself be transported by the beauty and ingenuity of these art treasures!

Sweet Expulsion: our photos of Katherina Olschbaur's exhibition at Galerie Perrotin

Galerie Perrotin presents Sweet Expulsion, Katherina Olschbaur's first major European exhibition in France, from August 31 to September 21, 2024. Immerse yourself in a universe where color and form redefine space and time, and explore works blending abstract expressionism and personal mythologies.

Isle of Thanet: our photos from Nick Goss's exhibition at Galerie Perrotin

Galerie Perrotin invites you to discover "Isle of Thanet", Nick Goss's first solo exhibition in the capital, from August 31 to October 21, 2024. Immerse yourself in a universe where insularity and memory mingle through eleven new works presented to visitors!

Lake Margrethe: our photos of Koak's exhibition at Galerie Perrotin

Attention contemporary art lovers... We're off to Galerie Perrotin to discover the new exhibition by American artist Koak, entitled Lake Margrethe, from August 31 to October 5, 2024. The exhibition offers an immersion into profound themes combining nature, family relationships and introspection, through works as enigmatic as they are personal.

Heritage Days 2024 at the National Archives in Paris

For this 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Archives Nationales de Paris will be opening its doors to visitors on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024, with tours of its private mansion and exhibitions.

DJ set evenings at Fabula, the Carnavalet Museum restaurant, this summer 2024 - next dates

From June 20 and throughout the summer of 2024, Fabula, the restaurant located in the garden of the Musée Carnavalet, will be transformed into an open-air dancefloor, with a program of DJ sets that will have you vibrating to the rhythm of the new French music scene! For 3 months, music will mingle with heritage in the heart of an emblematic Parisian institution for a magical experience!

Heritage Days 2024 at the Musée Carnavalet in Paris: the program

The Musée du Carnavalet is taking part in the 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine on the weekend of Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. The Museum of the History of Paris will be offering tours of its collections.

Olympic Games Paris 2024: The Olympic Flame's journey through Paris, the programme of events

The Paris 2024 Olympics promise us a great journey with the Olympic Flame route through the French capital. This route offers an exceptional program that you wouldn't want to miss. Where does the Olympic Flame pass through on July 14 and 15, then on July 26 for the opening ceremony, and what are the not-to-be-missed events along the way? we tell you all about it!

The Maif Social Club, an inspiring cultural venue on rue de Turenne

On the rue de Turenne in Paris, a hybrid venue awaits cultural visitors and the curious: the Maif Social Club. It's an exhibition space, a library and a place for meetings and conferences. Here, new ideas for a better future are fished out, and children are welcome.

Pop up The Ordinary: cult skincare products, photobooth and free surprises - last days

The Ordinary opens a pop-up in Paris from June 20 to 23, 2024! Head to the Marais district to discover the ultra-accessible skincare brand's cult products, its brand-new lip balm and a free surprise (while stocks last).

Fête de la Musique 2024 in Paris: Jeunes Talents at the Archives Nationales

For the new edition of the Fête de la Musique, come and celebrate classical music on Friday June 21, 2024 at the Archives Nationales in Paris, alongside Jeunes Talents! Enjoy the musical atmosphere in the heart of a historic monument.