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Housed in a magnificent 18th century building beside the Panthéon in Paris, with a remarkable heritage as the former Irish College, the Centre Culturel Irlandais is Ireland’s cultural flagship in Europe.

The Centre presents the work of contemporary Irish artists, reinforces the rich heritage of Franco-Irish relations in today’s international context and fosters a vibrant and creative resident community. In addition to its diverse cultural programme, the CCI houses France’s primary multi-media library of resources on Ireland as well as significant historic archives and an Old Library.

Current exhibition

Brian Maguire - NATURE MORTE

From Wednesday 30 April to Sunday 6 July 2025

Opening night Tuesday 29 May, from 6:30pm to 9pm, admission free

« We need to honour the fact that men and women die just trying to get work ». These are the words of renowned painter Brian Maguire who has committed the last forty years to revealing the impact of war, corruption and oppression on the human condition. Every year, thousands of people migrate from Central America to North America to escape endemic drug trafficking and poverty. Tragically, hundreds lose their lives in the desert, in a desperate attempt to cross the border illegally.