Outgoing
The Figure of the Earth. A Franco-British debate (17th-21st c.) 1
History Exhibition
The Figure of the Earth. A Franco-British debate (17th-21st c.) 2
The Figure of the Earth. A Franco-British debate (17th-21st c.) 3
The Figure of the Earth. A Franco-British debate (17th-21st c.) 4
The Figure of the Earth. A Franco-British debate (17th-21st c.) 5

The Figure of the Earth. A Franco-British debate (17th-21st c.)

June 12 at 10am

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Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Step into the oldest public library in France, where soaring bookshelves, wooden ladders, and gilded chandeliers create a majestic, almost theatrical atmosphere. This exhibition traces the centuries-old Franco-British scientific debate on the shape of the Earth through rare manuscripts and stunning architecture.

17th-century architecture
rare manuscripts
quiet study space
free admission

Tips

📚"simply stunning" reading room with gilded chandeliers
🪜check in at reception for visitor pass first
đź“·photography typically restricted inside

Friday, June 12, 10:00 AM

Mazarine Library

23 Quai de Conti, 75006 Paris, France

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