August exhibitions

New exhibitions are constantly emerging in Paris, enriching the many museums in our beautiful city. Here are some not-to-be-missed exhibitions in August.

Eva Jospin at Versailles

From June 18 to September 29, discover artist Eva Jospin at theOrangerie du Château de Versailles. She exhibited her work Chambre de soie at the Eva Jospin – Versailles exhibition. This monumental embroidery creation covers more than 350 m² and is 107 metres long. It takes visitors on an immersive journey.

Inspired by the Salle aux Broderies in Rome’s Palazzo Colonna and Virginia Woolf’s novel A Room of One’s Own, Chambre de soie depicts large-scale landscapes. The work was produced by artisans from the Chanakya workshop and the Chanakya School of Craft in Mumbai, in close collaboration with Eva Jospin.

L’orangerie du château de Versailles – Place d’Armes, 78000 Versailles, France

We Are Here at the Petit Palais

For the first time, the Petit Palais welcomes urban artists! Visitors are invited to follow a unique itinerary of never-before-seen works, culminating in a spectacular installation of over 200 pieces, displayed in one of the collection rooms. This exhibition, inspired by the famous Salons des Refusés and d’Automne, pays tribute to the artistic revolutions of the 19th and 20th centuries. The works presented, created by emblematic figures of Street art. They bear witness to the history and evolution of this artistic movement. The immersive scenography promises a captivating experience, immersing the public in the richness and diversity of street art .

Until November 17, 2024 – Petit Palais – Av. Winston Churchill, 75008 Paris

Cheval en Majesté arrives at the Château de Versailles

While the equestrian events of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games will take place at the Château de Versailles, this emblematic establishment is hosting a major exhibition dedicated to the horse and equestrian civilization in Europe from July 2 to November 3: Horse in Majesty. This must-see exhibition this summer is based on previously unpublished studies.

It explores the horse from a variety of angles: political, artistic, diplomatic, scientific and even imaginary. With over 300 works from public and private collections, most of them international, it offers a new, global perspective on the theme of the horse. The exhibition also highlights the richness of equestrian civilization in Europe, from the 16th to the 20th century.

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Château de Versailles – Place d’Armes, 78000 Versailles

Tomorrow is cancelled… art and views on sobriety at the Espace Fondation EDF

Discover an original exhibition accessible to all. Demain est annulé… de l’art et des regards sur la sobriété (Tomorrow is cancelled… art and views on sobriety ) brings together 23 French and international artists through installations, photographs, videos, paintings and music. Their dreamlike, sometimes critical wanderings invite you to reflect on our relationship with sobriety and today’s climate challenges.

This exhibition also raises crucial questions: Can we dream together of a more sober and harmonious world? Can sobriety strengthen our bond with nature and others? Can technical innovation promote social, political and ecological progress? Or what new paths should we take?

Until September 29, 2024 – Espace Fondation EDF – 6 Rue Juliette Récamier, 75007 Paris

“Le monde comme il va” at the Bourse du Commerce

The “Le monde comme il va” exhibition, at the Bourse du Commerce from March 20, 2024 to September 2, 2024, presents an exclusive selection of works from the Pinault Collection, highlighting the vitality and diversity of contemporary art.

Bringing together renowned artists such as Maurizio Cattelan and Jeff Koons as well as emerging talents, the exhibition explores philosophical reflections and questions about our times . Inspired by a tale by Voltaire, it offers an ambivalent vision of a world in motion, while inviting visitors to introspect through an immersive installation by Kimsooja.

Bourse de Commerce – Pinault Collection – 2 Rue de Viarmes, 75001 Paris

“Matisse, L’atelier Rouge” at the Fondation Louis Vuitton

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Matisse and admire works that have marked the history of modern art. The Fondation Louis Vuitton hosts the exhibition “Matisse, L’Atelier Rouge” in collaboration with MoMA, New York, and SMK Copenhagen. This exhibition explores the genesis and history of Matisse’s iconic work, painted in 1911. “L’Atelier Rouge represents the artist’s studio, including paintings, sculptures and decorative objects.

For the first time, the works in the painting are brought together, enriched by previously unpublished archival documents. Among the pieces on display, “Le Jeune Marin (II)” and “La Fenêtre bleue” add historical depth to this retrospective. Simultaneously, discover Ellsworth Kelly, Shapes and Colors, 1949-2015″.

Fondation Louis Vuitton – 8 Avenue du Mahatma Gandhi, 75116 Paris

“Paris” at City Hall

Discover all the facets of Paris at an exceptional exhibition at the Hôtel de Ville! From May 25 to November 16, 2024, immerse yourself in Paris City Hall’s event exhibition. Organized for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games: “Paris! The capital unveils itself to the world! The “Paris!” exhibition retraces the city’s last ten years through giant portraits by Marguerite Bornhauser.

A bike ride through the streets of Paris and a life-size rue aux écoles. Paris is revealed in a whole new light: an unprecedented view of the Seine, unique heritage and cultural perspectives, and a multitude of the city’s secrets, presented in a fun and educational way. Don’t miss this opportunity to rediscover Paris!

Hôtel de Ville – Place de l’Hôtel de ville, 75004 Paris

“Paralympic history” at the Pantheon

The “Paralympic Stories” exhibition traces the rise of the Paralympic Games since the mid-twentieth century and their impact on the perception of disabled people. The exhibition celebrates the pride of difference and campaigns for a more inclusive society . Through archives, photographs, sports objects and audiovisual documents, it illustrates the gradual integration of disabled athletes and the evolution of discourse and competitive practices. A parallel with emblematic figures such as Louis Braille. Finally, the exhibition underlines the importance of civic commitment and republican values!

June 11 to September 29, 2024 – Panthéon – Pl. du Panthéon, 75005 Paris

Olympism, a history of the world at the Palais de la Porte Dorée

The “Olympism, a world history” exhibition retraces over a century of social and political history through 33 Olympiads. From April 26 to September 8, 2024, discover the crises, struggles as well as exploits that have marked our era, on the occasion of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games .

This exhibition, the first of its kind in France, brings together no less than 130 years of images, archives and portraits of athletes with remarkable destinies. In addition, the chronological tour, from 1896 to 2024, takes you behind the scenes of the Games, with nearly 600 works, documents, films and photographs, offering a dialogue between historic events and emblematic sporting figures!

Palais de la Porte Dorée – 293 Av. Daumesnil, 75012 Paris

“Or Norme” at the Guerlain boutique

To mark the Cultural Olympiad, Parisian perfume house Guerlain is bringing together 16 artists in a unique exhibition entitled “ Or Norme “. The exhibition, curated by Benoît Baume and Jean-Luc Monterosso, runs from June 6 to September 12, 2024, at number 68 on the chic Champs-Élysées avenue in Paris. The exhibition features 16 artists exploring the dreamlike and symbolic possibilities of gold. They include photographer Carolle Bénitah and artistic director Cédric Matet. Or Yves Klein and French fencer Enzo Lefort.

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“Oh my gods” at the Musée en Herbe

Chinese artist Wen Na introduces us to her poetic and mythological universe with a brand-new exhibition, presented at the Musée en Herbe from June 5, 2024 to January 5, 2025. This exhibition, entitled “Oh My Gods”, plunges us into the wonderful world of Chinese mythology and tradition.

The Musée en Herbe welcomes Wen Na for a poetic and original experience, offering an astonishing and playful journey for the whole family. The exhibition is divided into four chapters and offers an interactive, immersive trail in the form of a treasure hunt. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discover the enchanting world of Wen Na, combining art and legends in a setting accessible to all.

Musée en Herbe – 23 Rue de l’Arbre Sec, 75001 Paris

“Living Natures” at the Musée Albert-Kahn

The Musée Albert Kahn explores the philanthropist’s passion for his gardens with the photo exhibition “Natures vivantes”, on view from April 30 to December 31, 2024. In 1912, Albert Kahn, a wealthy philanthropist, launched an ambitious project to create a “photographic inventory of the surface of the globe, occupied and developed by man, as it appeared at the beginning of the 20th century”. He employed various photographers to immortalize the world of the time, resulting in a phenomenal and unique image bank.

A lover of nature, Albert Kahn paid particular attention to the plant world and its gardens. The exhibition features several hundred photographs, images and films dedicated to this particular ecosystem, offering a fascinating look at the beauty and diversity of nature captured at the beginning of the 20th century. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discover Albert Kahn’s vision of “Living Natures”.

Musée Albert-Kahn – 2 rue du port, 92100 Boulogne Billancourt, France

Carry out an investigation in Madagascar to save the Joba Mena at the Palais de la Porte Dorée

Discover a quest as fascinating as it is vital in the Tropical Aquarium’s immersive exhibition. In search of the Joba Mena, a critically endangered freshwater fish from Madagascar. Until September 1, 2024, immerse yourself in a captivating adventure, perfect for the whole family! Inspired by a true story, the exhibition takes you from the streets of London to the rivers of Madagascar.

Discover an extraordinary human adventure, where scientists, aquarists and inhabitants of the Big Red Island join forces to save a critically endangered species. During this three-week expedition, the researchers covered kilometers of roads and inspected seven rivers in search of a female Joba Mena fish. Their aim: to create a rescue population to save this endangered species.

Tropical Aquarium – 293 Av. Daumesnil, 75012 Paris

“The birth of department stores” at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs

Immerse yourself in the captivating history of department stores at the event exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, until October 13, 2024. Discover the temples of modernity and consumerism such as Le Bon Marché, Galeries Lafayette and many others, which shaped the urban landscape of the 19th century. Explore their evolution through political, social and cultural change to their consecration at the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes. A fascinating immersion in the department store era awaits you!

Musée des Arts décoratifs – 107 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris

Discover the Egypt of the Pharaohs, from Khéops to Ramsès II, at the Atelier des Lumières

Dive into ancient Egypt and explore the treasures of a legendary civilization that shaped history for 3 millennia. The exhibition opens with the poetic evocation of grains of sand, lifted by the desert wind. It reveals the remains of ancient Egypt. You’ll be transported back in time, reliving the emotions of French scientists during the Egyptian Campaign from 1798 to 1801, immortalized by the drawings of painter David Roberts.

Finally, your journey continues along the majestic Nile. The sacred river that has nurtured this civilization for millennia. So, until January 5, 2025, discover the daily life of ancient Egypt through treasures of bas-reliefs, paintings and ancient papyri!

Atelier des Lumières – 38 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris