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8 exhibitions not to miss in Paris in January

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Edgar Degas, Femme assise sur le bord d’une baignoire et s’épongeant le cou, 1880-1895 © RMN-Grand Palais (Musée d’Orsay) / Hervé Lewandowski

What if your New Year's resolution is to enrich yourself a little more? Because spending your evenings chilling in front of Netflix is nice, but it's a bit of a shame when you see the abundance of exhibitions around us. So without further ado, let's pick our gem among the most beautiful exhibitions of January and head to the museum!


Paris, the Pearl Capital at the School of Jewelry Arts

A symbol of ultimate elegance, the jewel of choice for Coco Chanel, the pearl captivates as much as it dazzles, transcending eras and cultures to establish itself as a timeless icon of refinement and purity. At the beginning of this year, The School of Jewelry Arts is celebrating the unique relationship between the capital and this gem. Through a selection of jewelry and rare archives, dive into the history of pearls and discover how Paris has established itself as a vital center of commerce and creation around this jewel.

Paris, the pearl capital
The School of Jewelry Arts (Paris - Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau)
16 bis, Boulevard Montmartre – 9th
Until June 1, 2025
Free entry by reservation
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Paris 1793-1794 at the Carnavalet Museum

While it’s not the first time the Carnavalet Museum digs into a topic as rich as the French Revolution, it is indeed the first time the institution has chosen to focus solely on one specific year, and what a year it is, « Year II » of the Republican calendar. A year filled with intense moments, marked by the « Reign of Terror », which left behind...Here are some objects, images, pieces of furniture, and even sculptures gathered here to immerse us in a Paris that is as frightened as it is strong, and ready to celebrate the joys of everyday life.

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the most beautiful moments of the competition, from the ceremonies to the events.

Happy Days
City Hall
5, rue de Lobau – 4th
Until March 1, 2025
Free entry
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The Soul Trembles at the Grand Palais

The art of Chiharu Shiota is instantly recognizable because the Japanese artist is world-renowned for her massive installations made of intertwined wool threads in bold colors. In this new exhibition, co-organized with the Mori Art Museum in Tokyo, the creator explores themes of movement, temporality, and dreams by weaving her immense and fantastic web at the heart of Grand Palais. A majestic dream-like journey where you might just lose track of reality...

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MAD traces the history and evolution of intimacy, from the 18th century to the present day. As we journey through the ages, it explores the notions of public and private spheres to draw the parallel between the intimate past and today. An event that blurs the boundaries, inviting us into a diary like no other, that of our world. Welcome to your secret garden!

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The Intimate: From the Bedroom to Social Media
Musée des Arts Décoratifs
107, rue de Rivoli – 1st
Until March 30, 2025
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Idols and Treasures at Galerie Templon

For 2 months, the Galerie Templon immerses us in the dreamlike, colorful, and quirky world of Hervé di Rosa, at the crossroads of popular culture, animation, and comic books. On the walls, each canvas transforms into a mysterious realm that captures our gaze and whisks us away to a dreamland, blending references to Christopher Columbus, Jules Verne, Mayan temples, and even the pharaohs. Des fascinating microcosms that break down the boundaries between the arts, but also between the real and the imaginary.

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 closure for renovations, the Centre Pompidou invites us to dive into the works of the painter Suzanne Valadon. A bold and iconic artist, she stands out for her creation that goes against the dominant artistic movements of her time. Indeed, she continuously painted reality at a time when cubism and abstract art were taking over, emphasizing the nude and the feminine. This is an event you definitely don’t want to miss!

Suzanne Valadon
Centre Pompidou
Place Georges-Pompidou – 4th
From January 15 to May 26, 2025
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Wild Paris at Bercy Village

When we think of Paris, we think of the Haussmann buildings, the majestic squares, and the Wallace fountains. We also think of pigeons, rats, and mice. But did you know there are so many other animals in the capital? So why not take a lovely stroll through Cour Saint-Émilion to discover the unexpected richness of Parisian biodiversity, through a collection of about thirty snapshots by photographer Nicolas Davy? It’s a great chance to (re)discover the beauty and fragility of urban wildlife in Paname.

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