Paris’s major exhibitions in 2025
The year 2025 promises to be an exceptional year for art and culture lovers in Paris. Between tributes to the masters of painting, forays into the world of fashion and celebrations of key figures in contemporary art, the French capital will be showcasing an array of exhibitions in its emblematic venues. Here’s a detailed overview of not-to-be-missed events.
Louvre Couture: art and fashion objects
When? January 24 to July 21, 2025
Where? Musée du Louvre, Paris 1er
For the first time in its 231-year history, the Louvre is devoting an entire exhibition to fashion. Louvre Couture explores the influence of museum collections on the great designers. Olivier Gabet and Nathalie Crinière orchestrate a retrospective featuring 65 outfits and 30 accessories. Highlights include creations by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Yohji Yamamoto and Dolce & Gabbana, and a focus on Marie-Louise Carven, nicknamed “la couturière des petites dames”. A fascinating encounter between haute couture and art history.
Dolce & Gabbana: from heart to hand
When? January 10 to March 31, 2025
Where? Grand Palais, Paris 8e
To celebrate its 40th anniversary, Dolce & Gabbana unveils an immersive exhibition highlighting its Italian inspirations: Sicilian ceramics, Venetian glassware and unique pieces designed in its workshops. Through ten scenographic rooms, visitors will journey into the opulent world of the duo. A vibrant tribute to the excess and elegance that define the house. Read more.
Disco at the Philharmonie
When? February 14 to August 17, 2025
Where? Philharmonie, Paris 19th arrondissement
Plunging into the glittering world of disco, this exhibition traces the history of this cultural movement from its origins in the United States. Through figures such as Donna Summer, Chic and Grace Jones, the Philharmonie highlights disco’s role in body liberation and club culture. An event combining music, social history and the glamour of disco balls. Read more.
Wes Anderson at the Cinémathèque française
When? March 19 to July 27, 2025
Where? Cinémathèque française, Paris 12e
For the first time, the American director Wes Anderson has an exhibition dedicated to him. With a unique aesthetic, marked by perfect symmetries and singular color palettes, this retrospective promises a captivating plunge into his cinematic universe. Anderson will be working closely with the Cinémathèque to design a set reflecting his distinctive style.
Hockney at the Fondation Louis Vuitton
When? April 9 to September 1, 2025
Where? Fondation Louis Vuitton, Paris 16th arrondissement
David Hockney, a key artist on the contemporary scene, will be in the spotlight. This exhibition will highlight his last 25 years of creation, while revisiting his iconic works from the 1960s, such as A Bigger Splash. Visitors will also discover his colorful landscapes, still lifes, portraits and innovative digital works.
Cimabue: the origins of modern painting
When? January 22 to May 12, 2025
Where? Musée du Louvre, Paris 1er
Cimabue, a key figure in the transition from medieval to Renaissance art, is the subject of a retrospective at the Louvre. The exhibition revolves around the restoration of his famous Maestà and the recent acquisition of the panel La Dérision du Christ. A journey to the heart of Trecento Tuscany, marking the blossoming of Giotto, the master’s disciple.
Artemisia Gentileschi at the Musée Jacquemart-André
When? March 19 to August 3, 2025
Where? Musée Jacquemart-André, Paris 8e
Artemisia Gentileschi, the great painter of the 17th century, is celebrated in an exhibition that highlights her artistic genius and modernity. Too often associated with the drama of her rape and subsequent trial, Gentileschi reinterprets the lessons of Caravaggio with unparalleled power. The exhibition does justice to her incomparable talent and her place in art history.
Suzanne Valadon at the Centre Pompidou
When? January 15 to May 26, 2025
Where? Centre Georges Pompidou, Paris 4th arrondissement
This exhibition spotlights Suzanne Valadon, a self-taught painter of the early 20th century, known for her bold nudes and realistic works. Neglected by art history, Valadon is back in the spotlight with a tribute featuring never-before-seen archives, celebrating her unique vision of modernity.
Niki de Saint Phalle and Jean Tinguely at the Grand Palais
When? June 6, 2025 to January 4, 2026
Where? Grand Palais, Paris 8th arrondissement
This retrospective explores the work of Niki de Saint Phalle and Jean Tinguely, a couple emblematic of modern art. The exhibition plunges into their creative universe through their major works, with a particular focus on their artistic and personal relationship.
Cartes Blanches to Eva Jospin and Claire Tabouret
When? December 2025 to March 2026
Where? Grand Palais, Paris 8th arrondissement
At the end of the year, the Grand Palais will welcome the creations of two major figures in contemporary art. Eva Jospin will transform the galleries with her monumental cardboard sculptures, while Claire Tabouret will present her sensitive, narrative paintings. A promising double exhibition to close 2025 on a high note.
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