Maison de balzac - activities

Lost (marital) illusions: the exhibition on marriage at the Maison de Balzac

From November 20, 2024 to March 30, 2025, the Maison de Balzac's new exhibition explores the theme of marriage and its disillusionment in the 19th century, through the work of the writer and Balzac's contemporaries.

The Maison de Balzac, home of the famous writer, and its secret garden overlooking the Eiffel Tower

The Maison de Balzac, one of the famous writer's homes, is one of the capital's literary gems, located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris. This house-museum also boasts an incredible garden overlooking the Eiffel Tower, as well as a café.

Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: the program at the Maison de Balzac

The bucolic Maison de Balzac opens its doors to you for the Heritage Days on the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024 in Paris. An opportunity to discover this hidden address that plunges us into the world of the famous French writer.

Sport before the Games: a free exhibition at the Maison de Balzac

The Maison de Balzac is also into sports... But not necessarily Olympic sport. The museum is hosting a free exhibition on Sport before the Games, on view from May 22 to September 15, 2024.

Nuit des musées 2024 at the Maison de Balzac in Paris: the program for this special evening event

The Maison de Balzac is opening its doors to us free of charge this Saturday, May 18, 2024, on the occasion of Nuit des Musées. Art and literature will mingle during the evening, to the delight of visitors. We'll be revealing the program here!

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!

Rose Bakery at the Maison de Balzac, the café-tea room and terrace in a bucolic garden

A confidential coffee shop tucked away in the hidden, leafy garden of the Maison de Balzac, here's something to tempt us. With its all-organic, homemade menu, luminous setting overlooking a relaxing garden and Eiffel Tower view, it's hard not to be seduced.

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.

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!