U2 50th Anniversary Exhibition Opens at Centre Culturel Irlandais in Paris
On 23 September 2023, the Centre Culturel Irlandais in Paris will unveil a complimentary photo exhibition titled "U2: une histoire irlandaise," commemorating the band's 50th anniversary. This event, organized by Paris Match and Tourism Ireland, showcases significant photographs that illustrate U2's cultural impact and origins in Dublin. The official anniversary will be celebrated on 25 September 2026, which marks 50 years since Larry Mullen's announcement at Mount Temple Comprehensive School on 25 September 1976. U2 has produced 15 studio albums, garnered 22 Grammy Awards, and received the Ambassador of Conscience award from Amnesty International. A new album is anticipated in late 2026, with the single "Sweet of Dreams" set for release in July 2026, emphasizing Dublin's role in the band's legacy.
Key facts
- The exhibition "U2 : une histoire irlandaise" opens on 23 September at the Centre Culturel Irlandais in Paris.
- It is organized by Tourism Ireland and Paris Match and is free to the public.
- U2 was formed on 25 September 1976 when Larry Mullen posted "Batteur cherche musiciens pour former un groupe" at Mount Temple Comprehensive School in north Dublin.
- The band's 50th anniversary falls on 25 September 2026.
- U2 has released 15 studio albums and won 22 Grammy Awards and Amnesty International's Ambassador of Conscience award.
- A new U2 album is expected in late 2026, preceded by the single "Sweet of Dreams" in July 2026.
- The exhibition features historic photographs in the spirit of Paris Match's major reportages.
- Barbara Wood, Director for Southern Europe at Tourism Ireland, commented on the anniversary and Ireland's musical culture.
Entities
Artists
- Larry Mullen
- Bono
Institutions
- U2
- Centre Culturel Irlandais
- Tourism Ireland
- Paris Match
- Mount Temple Comprehensive School
- Amnesty International
- Grammy Awards
- Artistikrezo
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Dublin
- Ireland
- Slane Castle