Just
because it is too cold to roam the streets of Paris at the moment, it does not
mean that there isn't a great deal of exploring still to be done! Here is a
selection of exhibitions in Paris that are ending over the next few weeks- some
you will have seen pasted all over the metro while others have had much less
publicity…
1. The ‘Haiti’ Exhibition-
Grand Palais
The
first of its kind, this exhibition is a celebration of all types Haitian art
work ranging from paintings and sculptures to videos and installations. A sure
way to inject some summer and color into a grey February day!
When? Finishes February 15th
Cost?
Full fare 12 euros, reduced rate 9 euros
2.
Sonia Delaunay Exhibition- Musée de l’Arte
Moderne de la Ville
Sonia Delaunay was the first living female to have an exhibition at
the Louvre in 1964 and now her work is back. Delaunay created not only
paintings but also textiles and fashion.
When? Finishes February 22nd
Cost? Full fare 11 euros, reduced rate 8 euros
3. Paul Durand-Ruel: The
Gamble of the Impressionists; Manet, Monet, Renoir- Musée de Luxembourg
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| Picture : Danse à Bougival (détail), 1883, Pierre-Auguste Renoir © Museum of Fine Arts, Boston |
For something slightly more classic, take a look at this exhibition
of works by artists who owe their success largely to Paul Durand-Ruel, a 19th
century art dealer.
When? Finishes February 8th
Cost? Full far 13, 50 euros, reduced rate 9 euros
4. Photographs of the
Unforgettable Marilyn- Galerie de l’Instant
The title of this exhibition speaks for itself… And this is a good
gallery to know about for any photography fan.
When? Finishes February 25th
5.
Blind Walls- Paris Rooftops- Galerie Particulière
An exhibition of photographs by Michael Wolf that captures the
beauty of an aspect of Paris that many might take for granted.
When? Finishes March 1st
Cost? Free
6. Paris- Free, Photographed,
Exhibited- Musee Carnavalet
This is an exhibition celebrating Paris’ liberation after WWII. The
people of Paris are captured at their happiest hours by some of their finest
photographers; Robert Doisneau, René
Zuber, Jean Séeberger. A definite must see!
When? Finishes February 8th
Cost? Full fare 8 euros, reduced rate 6 euros
And for something a little louder…
7. Chinese New Year- 13th
Arrondissement, Belleville, le Marais
Transport yourself east for a day and celebrate the Chinese Year of
the Goat with spectacular sights such as these.
When? February 19th
Major Parades:
February 21st,
2.30 pm, Place de la Republique
February 21st, 10.30 am, Metro Belleville
February 22nd, 1.00 pm, Metro Gobelins (13th)
Enjoy!