Historical exhibition guide - activities

Notre-Dame de Paris at the Cité de l'architecture: our photos of the monumental exhibition

The Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine and the Etablissement public chargé de la conservation et de la restauration de la cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, the contracting authority for the restoration project, invite you to discover the exhibition Notre-Dame de Paris - Des bâtisseurs aux restaurateurs. On view from February 15, 2023 to June 2, 2024, this exhibition looks back at the history of the cathedral's construction, the current worksite with its constraints and fantastic discoveries, and presents the restored works and sculptures that will join the cathedral for its opening in 2024.

L'Art des charpentiers japonais exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon - extensions

Discover the essence of traditional Japanese wooden architecture at the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris, in a dedicated exhibition opening on October 18, 2023 and running until February 10, 2024. From kigumi techniques to sukiya tea pavilions, immerse yourself in the age-old skills of Japanese carpenters. A unique exhibition not to be missed!

Balzac, Daumier and Parisians: our photos of the exhibition at the Maison de Balzac

The Maison de Balzac invites you to discover its latest exhibition, "Balzac, Daumier and the Parisians", from November 22, 2023 to March 31, 2024. From La Comédie humaine to Daumier's striking caricatures, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of 19th-century Parisian life!

Claude Gillot at the Louvre: exhibition closed due to water damage

The Musée du Louvre was planning to present an exhibition of the work of draughtsman Claude Gillot this winter. However, the exhibition had to be cancelled due to pipe problems.

Prehistomania at the Musée de l'Homme: the rock art exhibition - our photos

A plunge into prehistory through rock art, that's what the Musée de l'Homme in Paris is offering us with Préhistomania, an exhibition-event that runs from November 17, 2023 to May 20, 2024.

Gustave Moreau: the Middle Ages rediscovered, the exhibition on the painter's medieval inspirations

Gustave Moreau drew much of his inspiration for his work from the medieval period. During this exhibition, from November 15, 2023 to February 12, 2024, discover the painter's sources in his house-museum!

Georges Hugo, the art of being a grandson: the family exhibition at the Maison de Victor Hugo

While the great Victor Hugo is well known, his grandson Georges, the family's first painter and very close to the poet as a child, is less famous. An exhibition pays tribute to him in the family home, from November 10, 2023.

Metro! Le Grand Paris en mouvement: the exhibition at the Cité de l'Architecture et du patrimoine, our photos

The history of the metro, mobility and urbanity is unveiled at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine from November 8, 2023 to June 2, 2024, in a groundbreaking exhibition entitled "Métro! Le Grand Paris en mouvement".

Free exhibition: Un patrimoine méconnu, unpublished paintings from the 15th to the 20th century at the Collège des Bernardins

From October 18 to December 16, 2023, the Collège des Bernardins will be hosting a free exhibition entitled "Un patrimoine méconnu", featuring previously unseen paintings from the 15th to the 20th centuries. An exceptional exhibition of works

Explorer l'infiniment, the exhibition exploring unknown worlds, at the Musée des Arts et Métiers

From October 17, 2023, the Musée des Arts et Métiers invites you to discover the fascinating world of exploration, from the abyss to space and the study of our planet. Embark on a special adventure, following in the footsteps of the great explorers from the Musée des Arts et Métiers!

Dare to be free, the Panthéon exhibition honoring those who fought against slavery

The Panthéon pays tribute to the great figures who stood up against slavery, with a groundbreaking exhibition. From November 9, 2023 to February 11, 2024, discover "Daring to be free".

The Roaring Twenties of Aviation, the historic exhibition at the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace

For its next temporary exhibition, the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace will be highlighting the Roaring Twenties, a period the museum was very familiar with, and the changes in aviation during this period, from October 24, 2023 to March 3, 2024.

La Régence à Paris, l'aube des Lumières: the Musée Carnavalet's historical exhibition - our photos

Paris, after the Sun King... The Musée Carnavalet (re)discovers the Regency period, with a historical exhibition on view from October 20, 2023 to February 25, 2024.

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.

Treasures of the Baltic Sea, a precious and free amber exhibition at Galerie Kugel

For an up-close look at superb amber stones, visit Galerie Kugel from October 18 to December 16, 2023. This new free exhibition offers an opportunity to admire this golden-hued material, used since Antiquity in all its forms.

Le Trésor de Notre-Dame de Paris, the cathedral exhibition at the Musée du Louvre - our photos

Four years after the fire that ravaged Notre-Dame de Paris, the Musée du Louvre is hosting its relics and treasures in a historic exhibition, from October 18, 2023 to January 19, 2024, before they are returned to the building at a later date. An exhibition not to be missed!

Japan in color, 19th-century photographs: the Musée des Arts Décoratifs exhibition

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris takes us on a fabulous journey to discover 19th-century Japan, revealed in photographs on show from November 8 to December 31, 2023.

Fontainebleau, portraits of a château: the historical exhibition at the Château de Fontainebleau

Over the centuries, the Château de Fontainebleau has inspired many artists: the monument reveals its portraits in an exhibition to be discovered from October 22, 2023 to March 25, 2024.

Le Paris de la Modernité, the historical exhibition at the Petit Palais up to the Roaring Twenties

Discover Paris from the Belle Époque to the Roaring Twenties in an exceptional historical exhibition, presenting the capital in all its modernity, at the heart of the Petit Palais, from November 14, 2023.

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.