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The Louvre.fr Magazine takes an original and unconventional look at various aspects of the museum's past and present, from the history of the Louvre palace to the place of contemporary art at the Louvre… Look out for our next issue!


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No. 10 , Monday, January 15 2007

Royal Initials, Imperial Emblems and Republican Letters

Visual symbols of power can be found throughout the Palais du Louvre in the initials and emblems of kings, emperors and, finally, the Republic.
No. 9 , Wednesday, May 17 2006

The Louvre and "The Da Vinci Code"

The Louvre building and several of the museum's masterpieces play a major role in “The Da Vinci Code,” and this has had significant repercussions on the behavior of certain visitors. What direct or indirect effects have been perceived by people who work in the cultural and tourist industries?
No. 6 , Monday, June 13 2005

Counterpoint

Rounding off a year rich in contemporary art events, the Louvre invited ten artists to engage with its collections, with fascinating results.
No. 5 , Sunday, March 13 2005

Contemporary Art at the Louvre

Exhibits interspersed with contemporary artworks aim to stimulate fresh approaches to the Louvre's hallowed heritage collection. Contemporary art, so often misunderstood, need not be seen in isolation from the past.
No. 4 , Thursday, January 01 2004

Private Functions at the Delacroix Museum

Located in the heart of Saint Germain des Prés, the Musée Eugène Delacroix provides a charming and intimate setting for your private functions (max. 100 guests).
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Behind the Scenes

Métiers
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Behind the scenes at the museum
The museum is home to a host of different professions. The majority of the 2,000 staff (security officers, curators, visitor services assistants, etc.) are government employees, but certain jobs (electrician, graphic designer, fire personnel, etc.), are contracted out.

Current Exhibitions

Expositions en cours
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What's on
Exhibitions echo, explore, and provide a counterpoint to the museum's collections, making use of the latest research by specialists.

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The support that the museum seeks from companies, foundations, and individual donors is not only a means of diversifying its sources of financing, but also a guarantee that its projects will meet with the approval of important protagonists in society.
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