Institut de france - activities

Art Basel Paris 2024: a sculpture by Niki de Saint-Phalle on the forecourt of the Institut de France

Once again this year, the Institut de France is taking part in Art Basel's "hors les murs" program at the Paris+ contemporary art fair. From October 12 to 23, 2024, come and admire the installation by renowned artist Niki de Saint-Phalle on the institution's forecourt.

The Institut de France, the cultural center with its 5 academies at the end of the Pont des Arts

Discover the Institut de France, located at 23 Quai de Conti in the 6th arrondissement of Paris. Founded in 1795, this cultural center is home to five prestigious academies and the Bibliothèque Mazarine, immersing you in French history and culture.

Heritage Days 2024 at the Institut de France, a cultural venue steeped in history

The Institut de France is taking part in the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, held on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. An opportunity to discover one of Paris's least-known institutions, steeped in history and tradition.

Hélène Carrère d'Encausse dies: how many women are left in the Académie française?

Unlike men, women have only recently been inducted into the Académie française. It was not until 1980 that Marguerite Yourcenar was inducted. Following the death of Hélène Carrère d'Encausse, let's take stock of the female presence at the heart of the Institut de France.