All articles tagged with #museum closure
The Louvre in Paris closed due to a strike by staff demanding renovations, more staff, and protesting increased ticket prices for non-EU visitors, amid ongoing security and maintenance issues following recent thefts and damages.
Thieves disguised as construction workers broke into the Louvre Museum in Paris, stealing valuable jewelry with historical significance, including pieces once owned by Napoleon, before escaping on motorcycles. The museum was closed for investigation, and the theft is considered brazen and significant due to the items' inestimable value.
The Louvre Museum in Paris was closed for several hours due to a wildcat strike by staff protesting workplace conditions and crowd management, leaving visitors stranded outside.
The Rubin Museum of Art in Manhattan, known for its collection of art from Himalayan Asia, will close its doors on October 6 after 20 years of operation due to financial challenges and accusations of displaying looted art. The museum, which will sell its building, plans to transition to a skeleton crew to process long-term loans and research inquiries. The closure comes amid severe cash crunches faced by leading museums since the Covid-19 pandemic, with the Rubin Museum taking the extreme step of relinquishing all its real estate.