Historical exhibition guide - activities

Louis XV, passions of a king: the sumptuous exhibition is visited by night at the Château de Versailles

An exhibition on Louis XV? His life, his family, his friends and enemies, his passions: on the occasion of the 300th anniversary of his coronation, the Château de Versailles is organizing a major exhibition on the Beloved King. From October 18, 2022 to February 19, 2023, come and discover Louis XV, passions of a king.

Picasso and prehistory, the fascinating exhibition at the Musée de l'Homme unveiled

Did you know that Picasso was very influenced by prehistoric art? Discover the artist's secret passion with this new exhibition from the Musée de l'Homme, to be seen from February 8 to June 12, 2023.

Un pas de côté, a poetic photo exhibition at Espace Richaud in Versailles

Two giants of photography come face to face at Espace Richaud: discover the exhibition Un pas de côté, from February 15 to May 14, 2023.

The Forgotten Sets, the original theatrical exhibition at the Castle of Monte Cristo

The Château de Monte-Cristo pays tribute to the artists who designed the most beautiful theater sets in the 19th century. The exhibition Les décors oubliés (The Forgotten Sets) is on view from March 1 to May 31, 2023.

A photographic history of women in the 20th century, the free exhibition of the Roger-Viollet gallery

Women are honored at the Roger-Viollet gallery: from January 26 to April 1, 2023, come and admire the free exhibition "A photographic history of women in the 20th century".

Neanderthal, the fascinating historical exhibition at the Val d'Oise archaeological museum

They lived here over 350,000 years ago: who were the Neanderthal men and women? From February 11 to December 22, 2023, the Musée archéologique du Val d'Oise exhibition reveals some of the secrets of human history.

Illustrious of Freemasonry, the original street-art exhibition of the artist C215

The urban artist C215 occupies the space of the Museum of Freemasonry with an exhibition that pays tribute to the most illustrious characters of the secret society, from January 17 to April 16, 2023.

Exhibition at the Arab World Institute, "On the roads to Samarkand, wonders of silk and gold

The Institut du Monde Arabe is dedicating an exhibition to the ancestral know-how of Uzbekistan, entitled "On the roads to Samarkand, wonders of silk and gold", from November 23, 2022 to June 4, 2023. An exhibition-event not to be missed!

Back to Paris 1900, the photo exhibition taking us back to the Belle Epoque at the Hotel Madison

Enjoy a Belle Epoque Paris Christmas with the free exhibition curated by Hotel Madison. Running from December 12, 2022, to January 31, 2023.

Ors et Trésors, the free exhibition that makes us dream at the School of Jewelry Arts

The School of Jewelry Arts invites us to admire ornaments and masterpieces of goldsmithing that are more than 3,000 years old, in a free exhibition entitled Ors and Treasures. On view from December 1, 2022 to April 14, 2023.

Arts et Préhistoire, the rock paintings exhibition at the Musée de l'Homme - our photos

Lovers of cave paintings should head to the Musée de l'Homme to discover the museum's latest exhibition, Art and Prehistory, from November 16, 2022 to May 22, 2023.

Exhibition Toulouse 1300-1400, around the history of the city of Toulouse, at the Musée de Cluny

Attention medieval art lovers! The Musée de Cluny invites you to discover its latest exhibition, Toulouse 1300-1400: l'éclat d'un gothique méridional, from October 18, 2022 to January 22, 2023. The exhibition takes stock of the creation of the city of Toulouse in the 16th century.

Martin Parr's Ireland, the Centre Culturel Irlandais's free photo exhibition

Martin Parr takes us on a journey to Ireland, to meet its landscapes and its people. Visit the Centre Culturel Irlandais, from November 11, 2022 to January 8, 2023, to discover Martin Parr's Ireland.

Spirou in the turmoil of the Shoah, the exhibition to discover at the Shoah Memorial

How do you explain humanity's darkest stories to young people? Spirou takes up the challenge in an exhibition at the Shoah Memorial. Discover "Spirou dans la tourmente de la Shoah", from December 9, 2022 to August 30, 2023.

Special Forces, the striking exhibition at the Musée de l’Armée -Our pictures

They are elite units, soldiers told in movies: from October 12, 2022, to January 29, 2023, the Musée de l’Armée tells the story of the Special Forces through an immersive exhibition.

Parisiennes Citoyennes, the exhibition about women’s empowerment at Paris Musée Carnavalet

From September 28, 2022, to January 29, 2023, learn more about the history of feminism and women’s rights in Paris, thanks to the exclusive “Parisiennes citoyennes!” exhibition displayed by the Musée Carnavalet.

Venice Revealed, the exhibition at the Grand Palais Immersif à Bastille - photos and video

The Grand Palais Immersif and Opéra Bastille invite lovers of the Serenissima to discover the digital exhibition, Venice Revealed, from September 21, 2022 to February 19, 2023. An unprecedented dive into the Venice of all mysteries, for a unique escapade in the city of lovers!

Exhibition and entertainments about the Wallace fountains on the Champs-Elysées this Fall

For the 150th anniversary of the Walace fountains, the city of Paris delivers lots of entertainments about the famous water bodies. From September 24 to October 9, 2022, an exhibition tell about their story on the Champs-Elysées, along with entertainments.

Mirror of the World exhibition: the Musée du Luxembourg unveils Prince-electors of Saxony’s treasures - Pictures

Art collections used to be a sign or power and Prince-electors of Saxony were willing to show their power to their enemies. From September 14, 2022, to January 15, 2023, the Musée du Luxembourg unveils the masterpieces from the Dresden cabinet of curiosities with the “Mirror of the World” exhibition.

Molière en musiques, the birthday exhibition at the Opéra de Paris library

For Molière’s 400th birthday, and from September 27, 2022, to January 15, 2023, the Bibliothèque National de France hosts an exhibition in the heart of the Opéra de Paris library to celebrate music’s place in the playwright’s works.