The secrets of 130 years of Olympiads revealed at the Palais de la Porte Dorée 

Until September 8, 2024, at the Palais de la Porte Dorée, the “Olympism, a world history” exhibition invites you on a journey through 33 Olympiads. Immerse yourself in this human epic full of victories and developments.

Under the majestic vaults of the Palais de la Porte Dorée, a historic adventure awaits you. From April 26 to September 8, 2024, the “Olympism, a world history” exhibition retraces 130 years of the Olympic Games. This exceptional retrospective, rich in works of art, rare documents, archive films and photographs, reveals how the Games have not only celebrated sporting feats, but also influenced and reflected the great social and political transformations of our time. Discover the moving stories of the athletes, the challenges they met, and how, through them, the Olympic spirit has shaped the contemporary world.

A historical journey to the heart of the 33 Olympiads

With nearly 600 works of art, rare documents, films and photographs, each artifact tells a story and each film transports its viewer to a key moment in Olympic history.

From the birth of the Games in Athens in 1896 to the Paris 2024 Games, the exhibition immerses visitors in the Olympic epic. On display are the defining moments and moving stories of the athletes who inspired generations, including during the cancelled Olympiads (1916, 1940 and 1944).

The main themes of the exhibition

The exhibition explores the major themes of our time: struggles for equality and against discrimination, demands for civil rights, inclusion, parity and ecological challenges. These themes are at the heart of the Palais de la Porte Dorée's commitment.

“Olympism, a history of the world” not only tells the story of the Olympic Games, it also sheds light on our understanding of the modern world. Through this captivating exploration, visitors are invited to reflect on the past, appreciate the present and imagine a future where Olympic ideals continue to inspire and unite humanity. It's an opportunity to delve into a history that has shaped our world, and to discover the poignant stories that continue to resonate today.

Practical information

The exhibition Olympism, a history of the world will be present from April 26 to September 8, 2024 and open from Tuesday to Sunday. It will be closed on Wednesday July 24 from 1pm and all day on July 26 and 27.

Palais de la Porte Dorée
293 Av. Daumesnil, 75012 Paris
Museum entrance fee: 10 euros (free every first Sunday of the month)