The Musee d'Orsay is a museum located in Paris, France. It is housed in a former railway station, the Gare d'Orsay, which was built in 1900 and converted into a museum in 1986. The museum is home to an extensive collection of French art dating from the mid-19th century to the early 20th century, including paintings, sculptures, photographs, and decorative arts.
The collection includes many works by famous artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Auguste Renoir, Edouard Manet, and Edgar Degas, among others. One of the most famous works in the museum is "Whistler's Mother" by James McNeill Whistler. Other notable works include "Starry Night over the Rhone" by Vincent van Gogh and "Bal du Moulin de la Galette" by Pierre-Auguste Renoir.
In addition to its permanent collection, the Musee d'Orsay hosts temporary exhibitions and offers a variety of educational programs, including guided tours, lectures, and workshops. The museum is open daily except on Mondays, and visitors can purchase tickets online or on-site. It is a popular destination for art lovers and tourists visiting Paris.
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