Louvre Water Leak Damages Research Documents, Avoids Damage to Artefacts
A water leak in late November caused damage to approximately 300-400 Egyptology journals and scientific documentation housed within the Louvre’s Egyptian department. The incident, attributed to an accidental valve opening in the heating and ventilation system, impacted items from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, though no heritage artifacts were affected. This follows an October jewel theft, sparking concerns about the museum’s infrastructure, prompting an internal investigation and planned structural improvements. To fund these enhancements, the museum is increasing ticket prices for non-EU visitors, intending to boost annual revenues.
John Q. Hosedrinker