Free exhibition guide - activities

Mémoire d'une élégante, the free fashion exhibition telling the story of an early saleswoman

The free retrospective exhibition "Mémoire d'une élégante" sheds light on the golden age of haute couture (1920-1970), through the vision and memories of a top saleswoman at a luxury House. From November 6 to 25, 2023, head to the town hall in the 16th arrondissement of Paris to discover the singular story of Françoise, who devoted her life to Lanvin and Chanel. The exhibition showcases her archives, everyday objects and designer evening gowns, a true testament to the elegance of a bygone era.

Cuisines et descendances, the free culinary exhibition at the Écomusée du Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre

The Paris region's culinary heritage is highly varied, thanks to the differences of its inhabitants. The Écomusée du Grand-Orly Seine Bièvre explores this multiculturalism through cuisine, in a free, participatory exhibition.

Paris lights up: Paris bridges by night, open-air photo exhibition at Hôtel de Ville

From October 16 to November 30, 2023, admire black-and-white photos of the City of Light and its bridges, on the gates of Paris City Hall. It's an opportunity to rediscover these massive elements of the capital's landscape in a different light.

Disenchanted realities: Dina Goldstein's unusual photo exhibition at Studio Idan

Behind the princess glitter and Barbie pink sometimes lies a less magical reality... Dina Goldstein hijacks mythical characters in her photographs, on view from November 9 to 30, 2023, at the Studio Idan art gallery.

Seth is on the move: a sculpture and an exhibition in the Louvre district, our photos

Attention urban art lovers! French street artist Seth is taking over the Louvre district in Paris this autumn, with a beautiful sculpture on the Place du Louvre and an exhibition of giant photographs at the Carrousel du Louvre.

Les Aliénés du Mobilier national: a new edition of this free exhibition - photos

The Mobilier national invites us to discover the new edition of its exhibition Les Aliénés. Artists reinvent the treasures of the Mobilier national in a free exhibition running from October 11, 2023 to January 7, 2024.

Paris: what's that pile of chairs hanging from a building?

If you take a stroll down the rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré in Paris and look up at the sky, you'll undoubtedly see a stack of chairs hanging from the facade of a building directly opposite the Hôtel Bristol. But what exactly is it, and how long can you see it? We tell you all about it.

Quibe's Lux Continua exhibition at La Lison gallery - our photos

Lovers of contemporary art should head for Lux Continua, a bright and bold exhibition by artist Quibe, at Galerie La Lison in the heart of Paris's 10th arrondissement from October 19 to December 2, 2023. Blending clean lines, minimalism and golden touches, Quibe invites visitors to a one-of-a-kind artistic experience!

Art Station: a Val-d'Oise building transformed into an ephemeral museum of urban and contemporary art

Since September 23, street art enthusiasts have been invited to Ermont in the Val-d'Oise to discover "Art Station", a building transformed into an ephemeral urban and contemporary art museum thanks to the talents of over 50 artists invited by the Niu Art association. If you haven't yet been there, don't miss the closing ceremony on Saturday, October 28, 2023.

Pokémon: a unique artistic experience and treasure hunt at Val d'Europe

Attention Pokemon fans! The Val d'Europe shopping center will be lit up from October 16 to November 12, 2023, with the artistic experience "Pokémon: art in all its forms". Following its success in the UK, this artistic treasure hunt returns to France, showcasing Kanto's 151 Pokémon through a variety of artistic styles. A family adventure to discover, learn and play!

Chaumet: a fabulous exhibition of free jewelry in the historic salons of the House - Extensions

Chaumet transports you to the years 1965 to 1985, in the heart of its historic salons on Place Vendôme, for a free jewelry exhibition from October 5 to December 5, 2023. Entitled "Un Âge d'Or: 1965-1985", the installation reveals the creative history of the Maison de Joaillerie, with over 140 exceptional objects, including archival creations and drawings set against contemporary fashion and design pieces. Come and immerse yourself in Chaumet's creative past, when audacity reigned supreme and experimentation knew no bounds! Following the success of the exhibition, it has been extended, and new places are now available online - so hurry!

Les Fleurs du Mal, the free exhibition that captures the beauty of the ephemeral at Maison Guerlain

The free exhibition "Les Fleurs du Mal" invites you into a floral universe at the heart of the Maison Guerlain, from October 18 to November 13, 2023. Celebrating the work of Charles Baudelaire and the different symbolism of flowers, this sensory installation illustrates the link between the fragility and power of fragrances, capturing the ephemerality and elegance of beauty, in the historic setting of the Champs-Élysées.

Paris+ by Art Basel: the free contemporary exhibition in the Jardin des Tuileries - photos

Do you love contemporary art? Then you'll love Art Basel's "hors les murs" program at the Paris+ fair: thanks to this event, the Tuileries Gardens become an open-air museum. From October 17 to November 10, 2023, come and admire the works in the exhibition La Cinquième saison.

Paris+ by Art Basel: discover Urs Fischer's monumental wave at Place Vendôme

Art is everywhere in Paris, even on Place Vendôme! On the occasion of the Paris+ by Art Basel fair, from November 18 to 4, 2023, artist Urs Fischer takes us into his wave "Wave", a monumental sculpture to be discovered free of charge.

Chen Zhen: a free monographic exhibition at Galleria Continua in Paris, our photos

Galleria Continua presents "Double exil", the first monographic exhibition by Chen Zhen. On view from September 29, 2023 to January 6, 2024 at the renowned contemporary art gallery's Paris space, this free exhibition features a wide selection of works by this great Franco-Chinese artist, who died in 2000.

Les RALeur.euse.s in Paris, a free, colorful exhibition featuring 65 street artists

Les RALeur.euse.s à Paris is a free, colorful exhibition featuring the work of 65 street artists from October 12 to 22, 2023.

Hypnosis exhibition by Diane Benoit du Rey: our photos of the chromatic escape at Espace Richaud

Espace Richaud, Versailles, invites you to discover its latest exhibition, "Hypnose" by artistDiane Benoit du Rey, from October 20 to December 3, 2023. An artistic journey featuring ten works and two installations in which color and light interact with space. Trace the artist's chromatic journey through this unique historic site, from the colored sand in the center of the rotunda to the painted hangings embellishing the walls!

Paris+ by Art Basel 2023: visit a dismountable house by Jean Prouvé in the Jardin des Tuileries

This autumn, Paris+ by Art Basel celebrates contemporary art throughout the capital! From the Grand Palais Éphémère to the most emblematic sites, discover open-air exhibitions, performances, sculptures and much more. From October 17 to November 6, 2023, don't miss Jean Prouvé's BBC demountable house, during free visits to the Jardin des Tuileries. A must for Paris+ 2023!

Jeunes énergies, the free exhibition showcasing new talent at Quai de la Photo

Quai de la Photo unveils Jeunes énergies - Paris-BXL, a free exhibition showcasing young French and Belgian designers. On view from October 18 to December 10, 2023.

Eiffel Tower: a free exhibition in tribute to Gustave Eiffel on the forecourt - our photos

In 2023, the Eiffel Tower will pay tribute to its creator, Gustave Eiffel, with a new exhibition to be seen on the monument's forecourt until January 7, 2024.