Musée Carnavalet Opens 'Nouveau Paris' with Donations from Christo and JR

The Musée Carnavalet - Histoire de Paris, which recently celebrated its 160th anniversary, will unveil a new exhibition called 'Nouveau Paris' on Friday, September 25. This exhibition, situated in the last room of the museum's permanent collection tour, explores the period from 1977 to the present. Featuring nearly thirty pieces from the museum’s collection, it provides new insights into the recent history of the capital and the changes that have influenced the lives of its residents. Noteworthy contributions include two significant donations: one from the Christo and Jeanne-Claude Foundation and another from artist JR, both renowned for their impactful temporary installations in contemporary Paris. The exhibition's story begins with the citizens' election of the Mayor of Paris in 1977, marking the start of public art initiatives in the city.