Cernuschi museum - activities

Lê Phô, Mai-Thu, Vu Cao Dam: pioneers of modern Vietnamese art at the Musée Cernuschi, photos

Modern Vietnamese art comes to Paris with a ground-breaking exhibition devoted to three pioneers of the genre: Lê Phô (1907-2001), Mai-Thu (1906-1980) and Vu Cao Dam (1908-2000). Visit the Musée Cernuschi from October 11, 2024 to March 9, 2025 to admire the 150 works presented during this installation.

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

The Journées du Patrimoine are back in Paris on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024. For the occasion, the Musée Cernuschi, dedicated to Asian arts, is waiting to welcome you with a special program!

Nuit des Musées 2024 at the Musée Cernuschi in Paris: an evening of art and change of scenery

The Musée Cernuschi - musée des arts de l'Asie de la Ville de Paris is opening its doors to us this Saturday, May 18, 2024, for a free nocturne organized on the occasion of the 20th edition of the Nuit des musées. Here's what's in store!

Contemporary Korean prints: a free exhibition of graphic arts at the Musée Cernuschi

From March 19 to June 9, 2024, the Salle Peinture at the Musée Cernuschi in Paris is exhibiting a small selection of contemporary works from its collection of Korean prints. An opportunity to learn more about this graphic art.

Reflections of Japan at the turning point of modernity: the exhibition of Japanese prints at the Musée Cernuschi

Japanese prints from the Jean and Yvonne Tavernier collection are on show at the Musée Cernuschi in Paris for the installation "Reflets du Japon au tournant de la modernité". On view free of charge from March 26 to June 9, 2024.

Chinese Lunar New Year at the Musée Cernuschi: a weekend of free events

To mark the Lunar New Year and Chinese New Year in particular, the Musée Cernischi is offering free events for families on Saturday February 10 and Sunday February 11, 2024. Why not make the most of it?

Retour d'Asie, an exotic exhibition in the footsteps of collector Henri Cernuschi - our photos

Asian art lovers, come and follow in the footsteps of the famous collector Henri Cernuschi, who gave his name to the museum, and discover his journey to the Far East, for the 150th anniversary of his return from Asia, from October 6, 2023 to February 4, 2024.

Musée Cernuschi: the free museum, the jewel of Asian arts in Paris

The Musée Cernuschi is the museum of Asian arts in Paris, tracing the history of the Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese peoples since Neolithic times. The collection includes works acquired by the city, including 5,000 bequeathed by Henri Cernuschi in the 19th century. The museum's centerpiece is a large bronze Buddha, which dominates the immense, high-ceilinged hall housing the permanent collections.

Felice Beato and Japan: a free exhibition of photographs from the Cernuschi collection

"Felice Beato and Japan, Photographs from the Cernuschi Collection" is the title of the free exhibition on view from September 26 to December 17, 2023, in the Salle Peinture of the famous Parisian museum. A chance to step back in time and take a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun, thanks to these 19th-century photographs by the famous Italian photographer.

Rendez-vous aux jardins 2023 at the Musée Cernuschi in Paris: ikebana demonstration at Parc Monceau

For this year's Rendez-vous aux Jardins in Paris and the Île-de-France region from June 2 to 4, 2023, the Musée Cernuschi is taking over the Parc Monceau to unveil a verdant program!

The drop and the line: the exhibition of Korean artist Kim Tschang-Yeul at the Cernuschi Museum

The Cernuschi Museum invites us to discover Kim Tschang-Yeul, a major artist of the Korean contemporary art scene. Come and admire the exhibition The Drop and the Line, from April 14 to July 30, 2023.

Painting and ceramics in dialogue: the exhibition in tribute to Harley Preston at the Cernuschi Museum

Ceramics and paintings around the Chinese and Japanese collections bequeathed by the collector Harley Preston. This is the theme of the new exhibition at the Cernuschi Museum, not to be missed in Paris from Friday April 14 to Sunday July 30, 2023.

Musée Cernuschi exhibition, "Peindre hors du monde" - our photos

Musée Cernuschi invites Asian art lovers to discover its latest exhibition, "Peindre hors du monde, Moines et lettrés des dynasties Ming et Qing", from November 5, 2021 to March 6, 2022. A unique dive into three centuries of Chinese painting and calligraphy, exhibited in Europe for the very first time.

Journey along the Kisokaido road: our photos from the Musée Cernuschi exhibition - extensions

Lovers of Japanese prints come to the Musée Cernuschi to discover the exhibition "Voyage sur la route du Kiokaido. From Hiroshige to Kuniyoshi", the sixty-nine relays of Kisokaido, extended until August 8, 2021.

Muséosphère to explore Paris museums from your home

Playful for children and adults, Muséosphère invites us to discover Paris museums. Thanks to this interactive website, you can visit different museums and learn more about the treasures they hold.

Coronavirus: Museums of the City of Paris shut down until further notice

Because of coronavirus, Paris Musées has announced to shut down museums managed by the city of Paris until further notice, naming the Paris Catacombs, the Musée d’Art Moderne, the Petit Palais, the Musée de la Libération de Paris – Musée du Général Leclerc – Musée Jean Moulin, the Musée Cernuschi, the Musée Bourdelle, the Musée Zadkine, the Musée de la Vie Romantique and the Maison de Balzace. A decision made following the announcement made by the Prime Minister to shut down all premises non vital to the life of the Nation.

Kyoto treasures at the Musée Cernuschi, last days

Musée Cernuschi presents an exhibition focusing on one of the major schools of Japanese painting, Trésors de Kyoto, trois siècles de création Rinpa, from October 26, 2018 to January 27, 2019. A retrospective presented as part of the Japonismes 2018 season: souls in resonance.

Museums and monuments closed in Paris this December 15, 2018

Some museums in Paris are closing this Saturday December 15, 2018 – for safety reasons. So, before you go out to enjoy beautiful art collections and temporary exhibitions in Paris, check if the museum you want to visit is closed or open!

Fragrances of China, the exhibition at Paris Musée Cernuschi

From March 9 to August 26, 2018, Paris Musée Cernuschi presents a wonderful exhibition entitled “Parfums de Chine” [Fragrances of China], offering to explore the history of China through smells and from the 3rd century before our era to the 19th century.