This event is in the past.It took place on May 17, 2026 at Musée des Arts et Métiers.
History Exhibition
History ExhibitionFailure gets a glow-up at this wry celebration of innovation's misfires. From dangerous toys to the Ariane 501 rocket disaster, plus Jacques Carelman's delightfully absurd "unfindable objects," this exhibition reframes flops as essential stepping stones to genius.
Failed inventions showcase
Interactive science exhibit
Jacques Carelman absurd art
Learning from mistakes
Tips
🎨"une expo réjouissante et inspirante sur les fiascos techniques" (Familin'Paris)
⛪don't miss the church hall with vintage planes & cars
🆓free Friday evenings & first Sundays
Flops ?! Oser, rater et innover
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History ExhibitionHistory ExhibitionFailure gets a glow-up at this wry celebration of innovation's misfires. From dangerous toys to the Ariane 501 rocket disaster, plus Jacques Carelman's delightfully absurd "unfindable objects," this exhibition reframes flops as essential stepping stones to genius.
Failed inventions showcase
Interactive science exhibit
Jacques Carelman absurd art
Learning from mistakes
Tips
🎨"une expo réjouissante et inspirante sur les fiascos techniques" (Familin'Paris)
⛪don't miss the church hall with vintage planes & cars
🆓free Friday evenings & first Sundays
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