President Macron to Address Urgent Renovation Needs of the Louvre Museum
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President Emmanuel Macron is set to address the urgent need for a comprehensive renovation of the Louvre Museum in Paris. The renovation is expected to cost around $521 million, with some estimates suggesting it could reach as high as $535 million. This significant investment aims to address the museum's deteriorating infrastructure and overcrowding issues, which have been highlighted in recent reports and a leaked memo from the Louvre's director.
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The renovation plans include a major overhaul of the museum's exhibition spaces and infrastructure. This will encompass approximately 60,000 square feet, making it the most significant museographical overhaul in the museum's history. Specific areas of focus include the Hall Napoléon, the summer apartments of Anne of Austria, the reception room of Napoléon III, and the Throne Room of Louis XVIII. Additionally, a new "Byzantine trail" will be created, covering over 2,200 square meters of refurbished space on the ground and lower levels of the museum.
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The renovation is not limited to physical upgrades. It also aims to improve visitor conditions and address the poor conditions for the artworks, which have been a growing concern. The museum has already undertaken some renovations, such as the temporary closure of certain galleries and the relocation of the Mona Lisa to different exhibition spaces to facilitate ongoing work.
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President Macron's visit to the Louvre, scheduled for today, underscores the importance of this renovation project. During his address, he is expected to announce the allocation of hundreds of millions of euros for the renovation, although the final budget could be affected by state budget cuts. This move is seen as crucial to preserving the Louvre's status as one of the world's premier cultural institutions and ensuring its continued ability to attract millions of visitors each year.
