Paris, Muséum d’histoire naturelle, 31st of January 2025.

Heir of the Jardin du Roy – created in 1635, by Louis XIII – the Museum of natural history of Paris is an unmissable place for whom may be interested in natural sciences. Dedicated to research, training and teaching about various subjects, the institute preserves numerous samples of plant life, wildlife, minerals, and even artistic creations. These collections attract skilled naturalists or amateurs from all around Europe. Artists also have a keen interest in all the resources of the institution. During the 19^th century, most of them run into each other in the paths of the Jardin des Plantes or in the Muséum in itself, where they do find inspirations, models or would just read, observe, feel or instruct themselves.

The story of this institute where art, science, cultural and scientific heritage meets do unveil a new outlook on both the Muséum d’Histoire naturelle and artistic production of the 19^th and 20^th centuries. This symposium will highlight and question interactions between the Muséum d’histoire naturelle of Paris and artistic production (fine arts, decorative arts, illustrations, literature etc.) of the 19^th century (1793-1914).

Registration is mandatory

                      
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