Musée des arts décoratifs

The language of the walls: China's stamped artworks displayed at the Museum of Decorative Arts

The Museum of Decorative Arts presents "The Language of Walls" from March 18 to June 28, 2026, an exhibition focused on the art of stamping. It brings together 19th-century Chinese pieces with contemporary imprints, all created directly on the stones of Notre-Dame de Paris during its restoration.

Nights of Reading 2026: Immerse Yourself in the Mystery of Murder on the Orient Express at the Museum of Decorative Arts

On the occasion of Night of Reading, take a journey aboard the Orient Express with Hercule Poirot, exploring the collections featured in the Musée des Arts Décoratifs’ exhibit. Dive into a literary adventure through the works of Agatha Christie!

Rafael Pavarotti Photographer: A Fashion Photography Exhibition at the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris

Fashion photography takes over the Museum of Decorative Arts with an exhibition dedicated to Rafael Pavarotti. From September 23, 2026, to February 7, 2027, over 200 vibrant prints will showcase, for the first time in France, the career of the Brazilian photographer and engage in a dialogue with the museum's photographic collections.

Look, 40 Years of Fashion at the Museum: A Retrospective Couture Exhibition at the Museum of Decorative Arts

At the Museum of Decorative Arts, the 40th anniversary of the Museum of Fashion is celebrated with "Look: 40 Years of Fashion at the Museum," a must-see fashion exhibition. Forty iconic ensembles take the runway in the nave's central space, surrounded by sketches, patterns, and embroidery, showcasing four decades of style and craftsmanship.

Fashion in all its grandeur: Haute couture and tradition at the Thai court — an exhibition at the Museum of Decorative Arts

Looking ahead, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs is gearing up for a grand exhibition on royal fashion: “Majestic Fashion: Haute Couture and Tradition at the Thai Court,” set to run from May 13 to November 1, 2026. Over a hundred garments and accessories—designed by Queen Sirikit in collaboration with Thai historians and designers—offer a captivating glimpse into the evolution of royal elegance. This sartorial dialogue began with the legendary designer Pierre Balmain and continues today through the Balmain and Lesage houses.

A day in the 18th century: explore a mansion with the Musée des Arts Déco exhibition.

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris invites us to visit an 18th-century mansion through the immersive exhibition "A Day in the 18th Century." Open from February 18 to July 5, 2026.

A hundred years of Art Deco at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, anniversary exhibition from 1925 to 2025 in pictures

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris is celebrating the centenary of Art Deco with an exceptional exhibition from October 22, 2025, to April 26, 2026: '1925-2025. One Hundred Years of Art Deco'. Nearly 1,000 works showcasing the timeless elegance of this style, accompanied by a spectacular reconstruction of the Orient Express, await you. Let us take you on a journey of discovery.

What to do with children at the Musée des Arts Décos Family visits and activities

Fancy a trip to the museum with the whole family? Then head for Paris' Musée des Arts Décoratifs, with its rich collections to discover on guided tours or creative workshops.

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs, the must-see Parisian museum dedicated to design and fashion

Just a stone's throw from the Jardin des Tuileries and the Louvre Pyramid, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs occupies the Rohan and Marsan wings of the Palais du Louvre, with permanent collections and temporary exhibitions that are a must-see for all Paris design enthusiasts.

Musée des Arts Décoratifs: the first major fashion ball orchestrated by Sofia Coppola this Sunday

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs is organizing its first grand bal de la mode on July 6, 2025, under the artistic direction of renowned director Sofia Coppola! To mark the centenary of its art deco exhibition, the Paris 1st arrondissement institution is inviting fashion and history enthusiasts to join in this exceptional charity evening, combining French art de vivre and couture in a prestigious setting.

Paul Poiret, la mode est une fête: the fascinating exhibition on the couturier and perfumer at MAD

A figure of 20th-century haute couture, a liberator of women's bodies: come and meet Paul Poiret, the great couturier and designer. From June 25, 2025 to January 11, 2026, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs presents the exhibition "Paul Poiret, la mode est une fête."

Nuit des Musées 2025 at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs (MAD Paris): free evening program

In Paris, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs (MAD Paris) is taking part in the 21st Nuit des Musées, this May 17, 2025. The perfect opportunity to (re)discover its magnificent collection and the ultra-cool temporary exhibition of the moment! Click here for details of the program for this free nocturne!

Ruhlmann, Decorator: the Art Deco centenary exhibition at MAD Paris

MAD Paris celebrates the centenary of Art Deco! From March 12 to June 1, 2025, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs invites you to discover an exhibition of works by the master of the decorative arts, Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann. Through drawings, wallpapers and photographs, discover the legacy of this visionary decorator who marked his era with his famous Collector's Pavilion.

Rococo & Co! A new exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décos

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs honors an important artist of the Rococo movement: discover Nicolas Pineau's creations from March 12 to May 18, 2025 with the Rococo & Co exhibition!

My teddy bear: the adorable family exhibition at the Musée des Arts décoratifs - our photos

Every child has had a teddy bear! This timeless toy is the subject of an exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, from December 4, 2024 to June 22, 2025, which is both family-friendly and nostalgic, for young and old alike!

Christofle: Une Brillante Histoire, the goldsmith's house's sublime exhibition at MAD Paris

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs is preparing to light up your autumn with the exhibition "Christofle: A Brilliant History", from November 14, 2024 to April 20, 2025. Discover how this legendary house has reinvented the art of goldsmithing since the 1830s, through 1,000 dazzling pieces - from cutlery to jewelry to contemporary art - deployed in a magical immersive scenography.

La Mode en Modèles: the 1920-1930 photo exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris

On the occasion of Paris Photo, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs unveils the exhibition "La Mode en Modèles. Photographs from the 1920s-1930s", from November 6, 2024 to January 26, 2025. Much more than just fashion clichés, these photographs were formidable weapons against counterfeiting at a time when Haute Couture was booming.

L'intime, de la chambre aux réseaux sociaux: the exhibition that questions our secret gardens at MAD

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs invites us into our most personal, intimate spaces, in a major exhibition presented from October 15, 2024 to March 30, 2025. Come and visit "L'intime, de la chambre aux réseaux sociaux".

35 years of ANDAM: the avant-garde and audacious fashion exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs

The avant-garde of fashion is on show at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs from October 1, 2024 to March 30, 2025. To mark the anniversary of ANDAM (Association nationale pour le développement des arts de la mode), the exhibition "Mode - Nouvelles Générations: 35 ans de l'ANDAM" (Fashion - New Generations: 35 years of ANDAM) takes you on a journey of discovery of 30 silhouettes and accessories that have redrawn the boundaries of fashion, featuring Martin Margiela, Marine Serre, Y/Project and many others.

Retrospective of designer Iris Van Herpen at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs

Iris Van Herpen is the latest fashion designer to be honored by the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, in a retrospective exhibition from November 29, 2023 to April 28, 2024. Between fashion, technology and "meta-morphism", the installation promises to be exceptional!