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  1. Louvre - Wikipedia

    Following the July Revolution, King Louis Philippe focused his interest on the repurposing of the Palace of Versailles into a Museum of French History conceived as a project of national …

  2. Louvre | Museum, Heist, Abu Dhabi, Collection, & Facts | Britannica

    1 day ago · The Louvre was originally a royal residence, the construction of which was begun by Francis I in 1546. The building was added to by almost every subsequent French monarch …

  3. The palace - From the former palace of the French monarchs to …

    From a Medieval fortress to the largest museum in the world – discover the history of the palace’s most iconic rooms and the artworks they shelter

  4. History of the Louvre Museum

    Explore the history of the Louvre Museum, from medieval fortress to royal palace to the world’s largest art museum.

  5. Louvre History | Major events 1200 to 2024

    The Louvre Building full history. Every historical event of the History of the Louvre from 1200 to 2022 with pictures and paintings.

  6. Louvre Museum: Origin Story and Major Collections - World History

    Nov 11, 2024 · Explore the Louvre Museum's rich history, iconic collections, and cultural significance as a global treasure.

  7. Louvre History: From Fortress to Louvre Palace to World-Famous …

    Mar 4, 2018 · Here, we look at the history of the Louvre Museum, from its medieval roots as the Louvre Palace to its present-day role as the world's most visited museum. We present a …

  8. The Musee du Louvre: A Monumental History

    May 27, 2024 · The fascinating story of how the Louvre transformed from a fortress to palace to world-class cultural institution mirrors the sweeping history of Paris and France itself.

  9. History of the Louvre: From royal château to museum

    Learn about the history of the Louvre in Paris. From fortress to palace to museum, and just how it managed to collect (and keep) all those amazing works of art.

  10. The Fascinating History of the Louvre Museum

    Explore the rich and complex history of the Louvre Museum, from its origins as a medieval fortress to becoming the world’s most visited art museum.