What to know
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is the exhibition still open? | No: it closed on 26 July 2026 |
| Which dates? | 24 March to 26 July 2026 (consistent sources) |
| What was in it? | Matisse's last years (1941-1954): cut-out gouaches, paintings, books, textiles, stained glass |
| How many works? | Sources differ: over 230 according to some, over 300 according to others |
| Centre Pompidou | Permanent collections closed since 10 March 2025, reopening planned for 2030 |
Where to see Matisse in Paris now
- Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris: the permanent collection is free all year and lets you see Matisse, Dufy, Delaunay, Picasso or Modigliani. See the Musée d'Art Moderne page.
- Musée d'Orsay: it holds major works from the late 19th and early 20th centuries; book a time slot to avoid the queue. See the Musée d'Orsay and its ticket guide.
- Outside Paris: the Matisse museum in Nice, if your route passes through the Riviera.
Avoiding queues for the next exhibitions
The Grand Palais regularly stages major exhibitions: book a timed ticket online, preferably on a weekday or late opening. To see what is on right now, see exhibitions in Paris right now and the Grand Palais page.
