Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)

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EVERYDAY CLOTHES

A family-oriented show for young visitors, staged in dialogue with PENN & FASHION, exploring what everyday clothing (creases, stains, mends, signs of wear) reveals about the people who wore it, drawn from the MEP's collections.

Now showing30 Sept – 17 Jan 2027€13

PENN & FASHION

A chronological retrospective of Irving Penn's fashion photography from 1947 to 2008, spanning his Parisian haute couture images of the 1950s through collaborations with Issey Miyake, John Galliano and Chanel, drawn from the MEP and Nicola Erni collections.

Now showing30 Sept – 17 Jan 2027€13

Nanténé Traoré — pays des merveilles

A MEP Studio show pairing an analogue photographic project shot in Brittany in 2025 with expired 1990s film stock, and a film made during a 2026 Albania residency, exploring memory, dissociation and disorientation tied to the artist's childhood on the Breton coast.

Now showing30 Sept – 29 Nov€13

David Gilbert — Apparitions

The first French solo exhibition of American artist David Gilbert, gathering fifteen years of work at the intersection of photography, sculpture and installation: studio-built assemblages of paper, fabric and found objects photographed as fragile, twilight-lit tableaux.

Upcoming4 Dec – 17 Jan 2027€13

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Visitor Information

How much does Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) cost?

Standard adult admission to Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) is €13. Reduced €8 on site (under 25s, students, teachers, job seekers); online €14 / €9 reduced; free for under-12s and disabled visitors plus one companion. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)?

Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) is open Wed & Fri 11:00–20:00, Thu 11:00–22:00, Sat–Sun 10:00–20:00; closed Mon, Tue and between exhibitions. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)?

Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) is located at 5/7 rue de Fourcy, 75004 Paris, France, in the Le Marais area of Paris. The nearest stations are Saint-Paul (Line 1), Pont Marie (Line 7) and Hôtel de Ville (Lines 1, 11).

What can I see at Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)?

Paris's leading museum of contemporary photography, set in a restored 18th-century Marais mansion. Current highlights include EVERYDAY CLOTHES, PENN & FASHION and Nanténé Traoré — pays des merveilles.

Do I need to book Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP)?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.