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Louvre Director Warns Museum Could Close Without State Funding

Christophe Leribault, director of the Louvre, stated the museum could shut down without state funding for major renovations due to problems like water leaks and ticket fraud.


Clara Fontaine
Clara Fontaine
October 15, 2026  ·  1 min read
B-Empire Magazine
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The director of the Louvre, Christophe Leribault, warned on Wednesday in Le Figaro that the world’s most visited museum “will ultimately be forced to close its doors to the public” if the French state does not intervene to finance significant renovations.

This warning comes as the Louvre faces several challenges, including water leaks, ticket fraud, and a highly publicized jewelry theft, highlighting the urgent need for an update and transformation of the museum.

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