The museum holds Raoul Dufy's 'The Electricity Fairy', one of the largest paintings in the world, measuring 600 square meters.
The building was designed by architects Dondel, Aubert, Viard, and Dastugue specifically for the 1937 Exposition Internationale.
The museum's collection was significantly enriched by the 1953 donation from Dr. Maurice Girardin, which included major works by Georges Rouault and Chaim Soutine.
The museum building features a long, arched portico overlooking the Seine that serves as a transition space between the interior galleries and the exterior urban environment.
The institution houses an extensive collection of works by the 'School of Paris', representing the diverse international artists who resided in the city during the early 20th century.
The Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris is housed in the Palais de Tokyo, an Art Deco building constructed for the 1937 International Exhibition of Arts and Technology. Its permanent collection encompasses over 15,000 works tracing the evolution of 20th and 21st-century art movements, including Fauvism, Cubism, and New Realism. The institution holds the City of Paris's official modern art collection. Notable permanent displays include Raoul Dufy’s monumental 'The Electricity Fairy' and two versions of Henri Matisse’s 'The Dance'. The museum prioritizes historical avant-garde works alongside contemporary installations. It occupies the eastern wing of the building, while the western wing operates as the independent Palais de Tokyo contemporary art center.
The terrace overlooking the Seine, which offers an unobstructed view of the Eiffel Tower.
Check the official website for current temporary exhibitions, as the museum frequently rotates its galleries to accommodate large-scale installations.
Visit the museum's bookstore and boutique for specialized art publications and exhibition catalogs often unavailable elsewhere.
The permanent collection galleries are free to the public, allowing visitors to drop in for shorter visits without the need for advance reservations.
Confusing the museum with the adjacent Palais de Tokyo, which is a separate contemporary art space; check the entrance signs carefully.
Closed on Mondays and most public holidays.
Photography is permitted in most permanent collection areas without flash or tripods; keep voices low in gallery spaces.
