Sources: Paris Convention and Visitors Office, Paris Mayor's Office
The below calendar applies to November 2011.
Festivals and Seasonal Events
- Artists' Studios Open House Days: Anvers to Abbesses
Artists and craftsmen working from studios in the Abbesses/Anvers corner of Montmartre are opening their doors to visitors from November 18-20. Get an inside look at contemporary art in a district that has always been a creative hotbed.
When: November 18-20, 2011
Where: Numerous locations around Montmartre-- visit the orientation office at 8 rue de Milton, 9th arrondissement for a map showing the locations of the workshops.
- The Autumn Festival
Since 1972, the Paris Autumn Festival or "Festival de l'Automne" has brought in the post-summer season with a bang by highlighting some of the most compelling works in contemporary visual art, music, cinema, theater, and other forms. Consult the official website for program details (in English).
When: Through December 2011.
Arts and Exhibits
- From Lutecia to Paris
An important exhibit curated on the site of the archaeological crypt at Notre Dame Cathedral reveals how Paris evolved from its Greco-Roman guise (it was formerly called "Lutecia") to become a medieval capital of a Christianized Europe. Those interested in Paris history should reserve time for an exhibit that promises to be illuminating.
When: Through February 26th, 2012.
Where: Notre Dame Cathedral, Archaeological Crypt
- The Modern Eye of Edvard Munch: 1900-1944
The Centre Georges Pompidou is hosting a retrospective on the singular and decidedly modern vision of Norwegian master Edvard Munch, best known for his tortured expressionist painting, "The Scream". But Munch's body of work goes far beyond the existential angst he is generally associated with. Paintings, drawings and photography reveal Munch's experimental and curious approach to his work.
When: Through January 9th, 2012.
Where: Centre Georges Pompidou
Visit the official website for more information
- Pompei: Un Art de Vivre
The lost Roman city of Pompei, buried under ash after one of history's most violent volcanic explosions, has always been a point of fascination for its remarkably, eerily conserved artifacts and remains. An exhibit at the Musee Maillol brings Pompei to Paris for visitors to explore.
Location: Musee Maillol
61 rue de Grenelle, 7th arrondissement
Metro: Rue du Bac
Tel: +33 (0)1 42 22 59 58
When: Through February 12th, 2012
Visit the official website
- Cezanne and Paris
The rugged yet delicate impressionist landscapes of Paul Cézanne, best known for his depictions of Aix and the South of France, have long captured imaginations. For lovers of Paris, a major show at the recently re-opened Musee du Luxembourg exploring the artist's love affair with the city of light promises to be an illuminating experience.
Location: Musee du Luxembourg
When: Through February 26th, 2012
Visit the official website
- Diane Arbus
One of the 20th century's most gifted lenses is the subject of a retrospective at the Jeu de Paume National Gallery through early next year.
Location: Jeu de Paume National Gallery
When: October 18th, 2011 Through February 5th, 2012
Visit the official website
More November Events in Paris: Shows and Trade Fairs
More on Visiting Paris in November: November Weather and Packing Guide
