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Heritage Days 2023: tours and exhibitions at the National Archives in Paris

For this 39th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Archives de Paris will be opening its doors to visitors on Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023, with tours of its private mansion and exhibitions.

La Fondation du Rien: the unusual event with cancelled activities to learn to take your time

What an unusual activity! How about doing nothing for a change? The Fondation du Rien, set up by the MAIF Social Club and Le Centquatre, offers you the chance to avoid attending events that have already been cancelled, and finally find some time for yourself!

Vinie: free personal exhibition by the famous street artist in Paris

Urban Signature unveils its new free exhibition in Paris, this time dedicated to Vinie. Come and discover the personal work of this famous and talented street artist during an exclusive solo show not to be missed from Thursday September 14 to Sunday September 17, 2023 in a gallery in the 3rd arrondissement of the capital.

A toi de faire, ma mignonne: Sophie Calle's offbeat exhibition at the Musée Picasso in Paris

Sophie Calle celebrates the 50th anniversary of Picasso's death with an unusual exhibition inspired by the painter's masterpieces. From October 3, 2023 to January 7, 2024, come and discover "À toi de faire, ma mignonne".

Ballooon sur mer, a giant, fun installation for climbing and relaxing... at the Maif Social Club

From September 2 to 3, the Maif Social Club is inviting artist Florence Doléac to take over the premises with a giant installation, a playful and participative work of art in which to spend the afternoon. Free admission for all!

Heritage Days 2023 at the Musée Carnavalet: free themed tours

The Musée du Carnavalet is taking part in the 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine on the weekend of Saturday September 16 and Sunday September 17, 2023. The Museum of the History of Paris will be offering tours of its collections.

Pastels, between line and color: Musée Cognacq-Jay presents its masterpieces in a new exhibition

From October 12, 2023 to February 11, 2024, head to the Musée Cognacq-Jay, and take advantage of the "Pastels, between line and color" exhibition, to admire some of the museum's finest masterpieces.

Journées du Patrimoine 2023: tours and show duel at Musée Cognacq-Jay

For the 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Musée Cognacq-Jay, located in the heart of Paris's 3rd arrondissement, opens its doors to all visitors on September 16 and 17, 2023.

Musical Nocturne at the Picasso National Museum: enjoy the works to music

The Musée National Picasso opens its doors to us for an original, musical evening, to be experienced this Tuesday, July 4, 2023. Come and (re)discover the works of the Cubist master!

A free exhibition of bewitching works to discover in Lemaire's Paris boutique

Enter the astonishing world of Lemaire and Noviadi Angkasapura at the Indonesian artist's free exhibition, on view until July 6, 2023 in the label's Paris boutique. The program features works as playful as they are captivating in this fashion showcase, transformed into a veritable ephemeral art gallery.

Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2023 at the Archives Nationales in Paris: the program

The Rendez-Vous aux Jardins are back in Paris and Île-de-France from June 2 to 4, 2023! Here's the program of events awaiting you in the gardens of the Archives Nationales.

Nuit Blanche 2023: an interstellar installation at the Musée Cognacq-Jay

For Nuit Blanche 2023, the Musée Cognacq-Jay is offering an exceptional free nocturne on Saturday June 3. The program includes a poetic installation to be discovered in the courtyard of the Hôtel particulier, in the heart of the Marais district.

Square Saint-Gilles Grand Veneur, the charming and hidden rose garden of Paris

Looking for a hidden, confidential garden, where it's nice to sit and admire the rose garden and read a book? We invite you to discover the Saint-Gilles Grand-Veneur Pauline-Roland square, a secret square with a certain charm.

Le Chant des Forêts, the sensitive and free exhibition of the Maif Social Club - our photos

Venture between the trees and let yourself be carried away by the Song of the Forests, the free exhibition to be discovered at the Maif Social Club from October 1, 2022 to July 22, 2023.

Nuit des Musées 2023 at the Musée Cognacq-Jay: a visual and acoustic nocturne to enjoy

The Musée Cognacq-Jay will be opening its doors free of charge this Saturday, May 13, 2023, as part of the Nuit des Musées (Night of the Museums) program, featuring 18th-century works evocative of the Age of Enlightenment, acquired between 1900 and 1927 by Ernest Cognacq.

Biolumia, the immersive and magical experience in the heart of bioluminescent nature

Do you know bioluminescence, this living light coming from the bottom of the oceans? Discover it during an immersive experience, between contemplation, science and art, from June 3 to 11, 2023, in the 3rd district of Paris.

A pop up store of trendy second hand fashion, with massage and make-up workshops in Paris

La Renaissance, the pop up store dedicated to vintage and second hand fashion, returns the weekend of April 29-30, 2023, in the Marais in Paris. During 2 days, discover a unique selection of clothes, accessories, jewels, bags and decoration in a 70s atmosphere, punctuated by animations of well-being, fashion and beauty!

Paris is pataphysical, the amazing exhibition of Philippe Starck at the Carnavalet museum - photos

Embark on a strange journey to the heart of the capital, with the new exhibition of Philippe Starck at the Carnavalet Museum. From March 29 to August 27, 2023, discover "Paris is pataphysical".

Louis XVI, Marie-Antoinette and the Revolution: the captivating exhibition at the National Archives

Immerse yourself in a decisive moment in French history with the free exhibition of the National Archives, to be discovered from March 29 to November 6, 2023.

Good deals: free workshops and activities for all around the exhibition Les Etoffes du Vivant

From March 22 to April 7, 2023, come and discover an exhibition and participate in free workshops and activities for everyone, on the theme of life, at the Trapeze.