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Christian Krohg: the Musée d'Orsay dedicates an exhibition to the Norwegian painter, our photos

The Musée d'Orsay in Paris honors the works of Christian Krohg. From March 25 to July 27, 2025, the famous Parisian museum is devoting a retrospective to this Norwegian painter, virtually unknown in France, with the exhibition "Christian Krohg. The People of the North". An opportunity to learn more about this Scandinavian artist, particularly gifted at capturing everyday life with realism.

L'art est dans la rue at the Musée d'Orsay, the exhibition on the golden age of posters in Paris - photos

The Musée d'Orsay presents the exhibition "L'art est dans la rue", from March 18 to July 6, 2025, dedicated to the spectacular rise of the illustrated poster in Paris during the second half of the XIXᵉ century. This unprecedented retrospective brings together around 230 works, offering an immersion into the visual world of the city at this pivotal period. Discover poster masters ranging from Bonnard and Toulouse-Lautrec to Mucha and Grasset.

Ce qu'a vu le pavé: François Morel brings street songs back to life at the Musée d'Orsay

As part of the L'Art est dans la rue exhibition, François Morel and his guests reinterpret the repertoire of popular songs from the early 20th century, combining humor, nostalgia and modernity.

Musée Albarelle, an unusual museum dedicated to the world of pharmacy, Orsay (91)

Near Orsay, the Musée Albarelle presents its rich collections devoted to the history of medicine and the science of pharmacy.

JEMA 2025: demonstrations and a special evening at the Musée d'Orsay

The Musée d'Orsay honors a number of craftspeople at the Journées des Métiers d'Arts, from April 3 to 6, 2025.

Easter 2025: a golden egg hunt at Bois Persan d'Orsay (91)

On Saturday April 19, Sunday April 20 and Monday April 21, 2025, it's Easter! To mark the return of this family celebration, we're organizing an egg hunt near you (or at the other end of the region). In Essonne, the Bois Persan in Orsay is preparing a great hunt for you!

Qu'importe le paysage: the Lucas Arruda exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay

The Musée d'Orsay is devoting a monographic exhibition to the Brazilian artist Lucas Arruda, from April 8 to July 20, 2025. A plunge into his imaginary landscapes and his quest for light, in dialogue with the Impressionists.

La Crypte d'Orsay, an unusual cultural spot under a church in Essonne

An exhibition space in the heart of a crypt? That's what awaits us in the town of Orsay in Essonne. We take you on a tour of the Crypte d'Orsay, a cultural spot dedicated to contemporary art.

Eugène Delacroix: where to see the Romantic painter's works in Paris?

A key painter of the 19th century, Eugène Delacroix is renowned for his great Romantic works, notably "Liberty Guiding the People". Here's where to see his paintings in Paris.

Easter vacations 2025 at the Musée d'Orsay: family activities, storytelling and workshops

This year's Easter vacations are packed with museum activities: guided tours, workshops, events... there's plenty to keep young and old busy during these two weeks without school, with the Vacances au musée program offered by the Musée d'Orsay.

Exhibition "Sargent, the Parisian years (1874-1884)" at the Musée d'Orsay

From September 23, 2025 to January 11, 2026, the Musée d'Orsay offers a unique insight into the early Parisian years of John Singer Sargent, one of the most talented American painters of his time. Featuring more than 90 works, some never before shown in France, the exhibition explores the meteoric rise of this major artist.

Moulin Rouge at the Musée d'Orsay: a festive weekend to relive the Paris of 1900

The Musée d'Orsay goes into cabaret mode as Moulin Rouge performers descend on the works of art! Don't miss this festive weekend on May 24 and 25, 2025.

Christmas vacations 2024: workshops, fun activities and family visits at the Musée d'Orsay

During the 2024 Christmas vacations, from December 21, 2024 to January 5, 2025, the Musée d'Orsay is once again organizing its flagship event for each school vacation period: vacations at the museum, with a great program for children.

Caillebotte en Lumière, the free video mapping show at the Musée d'Orsay, takes shape

Alert, friends! From December 5 to 7, 2024, the Musée d'Orsay is staging an eye-popping video mapping show on its historic façade, called Caillebotte en lumière. Don't miss this event, free and open to all, which plunges you into the world of Gustave Caillebotte.

Curieuse nocturne: Drag-Kings and DJ set at the Musée d'Orsay to explore masculinity of all kinds

The Musée d'Orsay invites you to an exceptional and festive evening on Thursday, December 5, 2024. On the program for this Curieuse nocturne: Drag-Kings, showcase and DJ set.

Norwegiennes en scène: the Musée d'Orsay art festival

To complement the exhibition "Harriet Backer, la musique des couleurs", the Musée d'Orsay is organizing a multi-disciplinary art festival to honor Norway and its women artists, from November 21 to 28, 2024.

Free artistic evenings at the Musée d'Orsay for young people aged 18 to 25

Young people under the age of 26 will be able to enjoy the Musée d'Orsay on a number of free Thursday evenings throughout the year, visiting current exhibitions and attending artistic performances.

All Saints' Day vacation 2024: events, activities and a dedicated area for families at the Musée d'Orsay

From October 19 to November 3, 2024, the Musée d'Orsay is once again opening its dedicated children's and family area for a fortnight of special All Saints' Day vacation activities.

The Gustave Caillebotte Exhibition unveiled in Paris at the Musée d'Orsay - photos

The Musée d'Orsay unveils "Gustave Caillebotte. Peindre les hommes" (Gustave Caillebotte: Painting Men), an original exhibition celebrating the 130th anniversary of the Parisian artist's death. The exhibition focuses on male figures, a favorite subject for Caillebotte, and runs from October 8, 2024 to January 19, 2025. This is a sublime exhibition by an Impressionist artist who wanted to bring the real to our eyes.

Harriet Backer, the music of colors: the Musée d'Orsay's poetic exhibition unveiled

The Musée d'Orsay invites us to meet Harriet Backer, the famous Norwegian painter, in a gentle, poetic exhibition on view from September 24, 2024 to January 12, 2025.