Musée du Louvre Announces Mesopotamia Water Management Exhibition Exploring Ancient Hydraulic Systems
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 · 1 min read
On May 20, 2026, the Musée du Louvre announced a new spotlight exhibition focused on the history of irrigation and hydraulic structures in ancient Mesopotamia. The exhibition utilizes the museum's Department of Near Eastern Antiquities collection to examine the development of canals, aqueducts, and pipe systems and their environmental impact. Curated by Ariane Thomas, Barbara Couturaud, and Grégoire Nicolet, the exhibition runs from May 20, 2026, to March 15, 2027.
- People: Ariane Thomas, Barbara Couturaud, Grégoire Nicolet
- Museums: Musée du Louvre
- Locations: Paris
Originally via Louvre · Curated by The Cultural Signal
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