The Maison Européenne de la Photographie, situated in the historic heart of Paris, is a major centre for contemporary photographic art. Since February 1996 it has housed an exhibition centre, a large library, an auditorium, and a video viewing facility with a wide selection of films. It is designed to make the three fundamental photographic media (exhibition prints, the printed page, and film) easily accessible to all.
The Hotel Henault de Cantobre, which was built in 1706, houses the Maison Européenne de la Photographie and is situated at n. 82, Rue Francois Miron. It has belonged to the City of Paris since 1914. The city authorities asked the Yves Lion firm of architects to undertake the restoration of the original building, as well as the addition of a new wing on the Rue de Fourcy. The façade overlooking the street, the period ironwork and the central staircase are all examples of classical architecture.
Site: http://www.mep-fr.org/