American Center for Art and Culture

The American Center for Art and Culture was a museum and cultural institution housed in a late 19th-century building at 34 Avenue de New York, overlooking the Eiffel Tower across the Seine. The spaces featured art exhibitions, concerts, and cultural events designed for both French and international audiences.

The center was established in 1986 by American philanthropist Mona von Bismarck as a cultural bridge between the United States and France. After operating for over 30 years, the institution closed in late 2022 when its property was sold to provide financial support for the American Library in Paris.

The center served as a meeting point where French and American artistic traditions came together through exhibitions of American painters and sculptors alongside performance events. Visitors experienced a space dedicated to sharing creative works and ideas between the two cultures through concerts, theater, and educational programs.

The center was conveniently located near Iéna and Alma-Marceau metro stations in the 16th arrondissement, making it easy to reach by public transport. The institution closed in December 2022, so it is no longer available for visits.

The building was redesigned in the 1950s by acclaimed interior decorator Stéphane Boudin, whose work appeared in prestigious publications including Vogue magazine. This careful interior design transformed the spaces into a showcase of French decorative artistry beyond their function as galleries.

Location: 16th arrondissement of Paris

Inception: 1986

Founders: Mona von Bismarck

Official opening: 1986

Website: https://americancenterparis.org

GPS coordinates: 48.86311,2.29482

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:21