Top 6 Temporary Exhibitions to See at Versailles Grand Parc right now
1. Le Grand Dauphin (1661-1711) Son of a king, father of a king, but never a king
The exhibition Le Grand Dauphin (1661-1711), fils de roi, père de roi et jamais roi, on view at the Château de Versailles until February 15, retraces the life of Louis de France, heir of Louis XIV. Between art, power, and court life, this historical exhibition highlights the destiny of a prince at the heart of the French monarchy.
📍 Palace of Versailles
Discover the Le Grand Dauphin exhibition
2. Passion post-impressionniste: the story of a collection
Presented at the Musée Lambinet until February 15, the exhibition Passion post-impressionniste: the story of a collection highlights major works of post-impressionism. Vibrant colors, pictorial modernity, and artistic perspectives make this art exhibition in Versailles ideal for painting enthusiasts.
📍 Musée Lambinet in Versailles
3. The World of Figurines
At the Ancienne Poste until March 15, the exhibition The World of Figurines brings together 25,000 historical, pop culture, fantasy, and cinema figurines, from Napoleonic soldiers to fantastical dragons. A highlight of the exhibition is the spectacular miniature reconstruction of the Battle of Waterloo, along with lively and immersive medieval scenes. Fun workshops, activities, and guided tours make this family-friendly exhibition in Versailles interactive and engaging for all ages.
📍 Ancienne Poste in Versailles
4. Reflet en conversation
At the Maison Berthe Morisot until March 30, the exhibition Reflet en conversation presents sculptures by Nathalie Camoin-Chanet, the first female artist to exhibit in this unique museum space. The installation brings together several works with similar forms, exploring volume and the dialogue with the surrounding space.
📍 Maison Berthe Morisot in Bougival
5. Les Peintres de la Marine – Recent Works
At Espace Richaud until May 3, the exhibition Les Peintres de la Marine – Recent Works brings together 21 Official Painters of the French Navy, a unique artistic institution dedicated to depicting maritime life and seascapes. The exhibition combines painting, photography, drawing, sculpture, and ceramics, offering a true visual journey through ports, ships, and marine horizons, marking the 400th anniversary of the French Navy.
📍 Espace Richaud in Versailles
6. 1725. Native American Allies at the Court of Louis XV
On view at the Palace of Versailles until May 3, the exhibition 1725. Native American Allies at the Court of Louis XV explores the visit of Native American chiefs from the Mississippi Valley, received by Louis XV during an exceptional diplomatic journey. Objects, archives, and personal accounts make this historical exhibition a fascinating journey between cultures and 18th-century history.
📍 Palace of Versailles
