The École du Louvre returns to Nice: new Art History courses start in September 2025
Starting September 2025, the city of Nice will once again host one of the most renowned art education programs: the satellite courses of the École du Louvre. Recently approved by the City Council, the initiative offers residents and art lovers the chance to access top-tier instruction, conveniently located in the heart of the city.
When and where
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Courses begin: September 2025
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Venue: L’Artistique, 27 boulevard Dubouchage, Nice
Program structure
The curriculum consists of 17 annual lectures, divided into two tracks:
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Introductory cycle: ideal for newcomers to art history
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Thematic cycle: focused on in-depth study of specific periods or topics
Making culture accessible
This program is part of Nice’s broader commitment to making culture more inclusive and accessible. Thanks to its partnership with the prestigious École du Louvre in Paris, local audiences can benefit from high-quality education in art history and civilizations without leaving their city.
Since 1991, Nice has regularly hosted these courses, taught by a distinguished faculty of museum curators, cultural heritage professionals, researchers, and academics.
Topics from past editions
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Surrealism
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The art of gardens
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Great European painters
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Greek art
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Japanese garden architecture and aesthetics
Registration
Enrollment for the 2025–2026 academic year opens in September 2025. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to (re)discover the richness of art history through expert-led courses open to all.
