Photo : Ateliers Cribeau
Exhibition "Parigi… une histoire d’amour": meeting Italian talents in Paris
Until November 15, discover the exhibition Parigi… une histoire d’amour in the hall of the 10th Arrondissement City Hall. Through twenty photographic portraits and testimonies, Cristina Dogliani celebrates the Italian talents who chose Paris, their unique journeys, and the cultural bonds that unite both countries.
Mairie du 10e arrondissement (Paris 10th)
About
Until November 15, the hall of the 10th Arrondissement City Hall hosts the exhibition Parigi… une histoire d’amour, a photographic and literary journey to meet the Italian talents who have chosen Paris to build their lives and careers.
Conceived by photographer Cristina Dogliani, in partnership with the Franco-Italian association Les Ateliers de CriBeau, the project highlights twenty original photographic portraits, accompanied by testimonials and interviews conducted by journalists and writers. Through these unique journeys, the exhibition explores the links between Paris and Italy, stories of exile and welcome, as well as the cultural encounters that nourish artistic creation.
On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the twinning between Paris and Rome in 2026, this exhibition celebrates a relationship built on exchanges, creativity, and reciprocal influences. It pays tribute to those who have made Paris a place of transformation and fulfillment, while maintaining a living connection with their Italian roots.
On November 10, 2026, at 6:30 PM, join us in the ballroom of the 10th Arrondissement City Hall for the presentation of the book "Parigi… Une histoire d’amour" in the presence of photographer and author Cristina Dogliani and book co-editor Graziella Gioacchini.
This meeting will be accompanied by an intermezzo musicale italiano, for a beautiful break in the colors of Italy!
Exhibition
- From October 19 to November 15, 2026
- Hall of the 10th Arrondissement City Hall
- Free entry (access during City Hall opening hours)
Evening of November 10
- 6:30 PM
- Ballroom of the 10th Arrondissement City Hall
- Free entry
Our take on this event
Witness the vibrant tapestry of Italian influence woven into the very fabric of our city. Through a series of compelling photographs and intimate stories, you will discover the artists and dreamers who have chosen the French capital as their creative playground. Stop by to celebrate the beautiful, enduring connection between Rome and Paris.
The exhibition Parigi… une histoire d'amour takes place at the Mairie du 10e from October 19 to November 15, 2026. This photographic and literary project, created by photographer Cristina Dogliani in partnership with Les Ateliers de CriBeau, showcases twenty Italian talents who have built their lives and careers in Paris. Celebrating the 70th anniversary of the twinning between Paris and Rome, the display features original portraits and personal testimonies exploring the artistic dialogue between Italy and France. Admission is free, and the venue is wheelchair accessible for all visitors.
Located in the hall of the 10th arrondissement town hall, this exhibition highlights the unique stories of Italians who have made Paris their home. By combining unpublished photography with interviews conducted by writers and journalists, the project examines the themes of migration, cultural exchange, and personal fulfillment. It serves as a tribute to those who sustain a living connection with their Italian roots while contributing to the vibrant creativity of the French capital.
The exhibition is open to the public during the town hall's operating hours from October 19 through November 15, 2026. On November 10, 2026, at 18:30, a special event will take place in the ballroom to present the book Parigi… une histoire d'amour. This presentation will feature author and photographer Cristina Dogliani alongside co-publisher Graziella Gioacchini, and will conclude with an Italian musical intermezzo. Attendance for both the exhibition and the evening event is free of charge.
