A Statue for Liberty: Bartholdi's Dream, From Paris to New York. Immersive Virtual Reality Experience

Auguste Bartholdi devoted two decades to erecting a colossal copper statue intended to link two continents. The Musée d’Orsay transforms its Amont Gallery into a 700 m² space dedicated to this monumental epic. Thanks to cutting-edge technology, the public follows the genesis of the work, from Parisian workshops to its titanic assembly in New York harbor. This exhibition accompanies a major retrospective on the Alsatian sculptor, revealing the secrets of fabrication and the diplomatic stakes behind this universal symbol. From September 15, 2026 to January 31, 2027, visitors explore the backstages of an extraordinary construction site. A rare opportunity to observe the details of this icon from an unprecedented angle while appreciating the scale of the initial project. A vibrant narrative that reawakens the strength of a man’s dream for liberty.