Paris historical library - activities

Christian Rose, photographing music: the free photo exhibition at the historic library

He photographed the biggest stars, the craziest concerts given in Paris: Christian Rose is honored in a free exhibition, organized from November 4 to December 11, 2024, at the Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris.

Paris Design Week: Fibois exhibits at the Bibliothèque historique de la ville de Paris

From September 5 to 14, Paris Design Week is back in the capital: for the occasion, many new exhibitions and places that are usually closed open their doors to the general public.

Paris Design Week: an arty village square in the heart of the historic Paris Library

For this year's Paris Design Week, head for the Bibliothèque historique de la Ville de Paris to discover the free "Village Palace" installation. From September 4 to 15, 2024, the beautiful mansion will unveil this reproduction of an arty village square, imagined by three young, unusual designers.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris: free tours

The Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris will be unveiling its backstage areas for the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22.

Nuit Blanche 2024 at the Bibliothèque historique de Paris: a musical theater performance

For this 23rd edition of Nuit Blanche, the Bibliothèque historique de la Ville de Paris is hosting an original performance to be discovered free of charge this June 1, 2024 for this not-to-be-missed cultural nocturne.

Fête de la Musique 2023: a brass quintet at the Bibliothèque historique de la Ville de Paris

On Wednesday June 21, it's time to celebrate summer and music! For this special day, the Quintette de cuivres de la Musique des gardiens de la paix offers a musical interlude in the courtyard of the Bibliothèque historique de la Ville de Paris.

The Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris (Paris Historical Library), to learn more about Paris

At the Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris, you can consult a wealth of documents, maps, photos and more on the history of the French capital. You're sure to become an expert on the subject!