Our spaces
Explore the distinctive spaces of the Maison de l’Océan, between historic heritage, remarkable architecture and meeting places.
Our mission
A place for dialogue & commitment to the ocean
Heir to the vision of Prince Albert I of Monaco, the Maison de l’Océan has for more than a century brought together those committed to understanding and protecting the environment. A place of dialogue, sharing and transmission, it fosters encounters between scientists, decision-makers, associations and citizens, so that ideas and initiatives in service of the Ocean can take shape. At the crossroads of knowledge and commitment, it pursues one ambition: to raise awareness, bring people together and mobilise them to build a more sustainable future.
Our mission
At the crossroads of scientific, environmental and societal challenges, the Maison de l’Océan encourages the move from knowledge to action. It helps build a collective awareness of the challenges facing the Ocean, by bringing knowledge, expertise and initiatives closer together.
A commitment rooted in a common ambition: to make the protection of the Ocean a shared responsibility. For more than a century, the Maison de l’Océan has been a leading forum for the great questions concerning the Ocean and the environment. Conferences, debates and events give a voice to those who advance knowledge and thinking. Through the diversity of the topics it addresses and the audiences it brings together, it helps put ocean issues at the heart of public debate. Its spaces host a wide variety of events, from scientific conferences to institutional meetings, as well as moments of sharing and conviviality. A living place, where heritage serves ideas, projects and collaborations.
A place of life
A place of commitment
For over a century the Maison de l'Océan has worked to understand the Ocean better in order to protect it better. Heir to the vision of Prince Albert I of Monaco, it brings together ideas, expertise and action in the service of a more sustainable future.
A place of influence
At the crossroads of the scientific, non-profit and institutional worlds, the Maison de l'Océan hosts and unites those committed to the environment. It lets projects meet and strengthen one another well beyond its walls.
A place of welcome
In the heart of Paris, the Maison de l'Océan offers exceptional historic surroundings for your events. Conferences, seminars and receptions take on a particular dimension here, between commitment and inspiration.
Our key figures
180,000
people welcomed every year
880 m²
of spaces for private hire
9
spaces to bring your event to life
120 years
of history and commitment
Patrons & partners
Alongside the Maison de l’Océan, patrons and partners help bring its ambitions to life and support its initiatives. Their shared commitment strengthens its work to raise awareness, share knowledge and mobilise action for the Ocean.
Explore the Maison
Discover the Maison de l’Océan, its history, its missions, and the people who bring this emblematic place in the heart of Paris to life.
Our residents
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Our news
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