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First Paris Motor Show held in the Tuileries Garden

When
1898
Where
Tuileries Garden
Episodes
1

The first Paris Motor Show, started in 1898 by industry pioneer Jules-Albert de Dion, was held in the Tuileries Garden. The garden served as a meeting for major commercial events, such as this first motor show, which was the first motor show in the world.

Episodes

  1. 1898 · Tuileries GardenFirst Paris Motor Show

    Jules-Albert de Dion organized the first motor show in the world in 1898, held in the Tuileries Garden.

Background and detail

Background. The Tuileries Garden, a public space in Paris, has historically served as a setting for major civic and commercial events. In 1898, it hosted the first Paris Motor Show, an event initiated by industry pioneer Jules-Albert de Dion. The show was the first motor show in the world.

Venue Context. The Tuileries Garden, located between the Louvre and the Place de la Concorde, was created in 1564 and opened to the public in 1667. By the late 19th century, it had become a place for Parisians to celebrate and meet. The garden's history of hosting large civic events, such as the 1900 banquet, highlights its suitability for the 1898 motor show.

People involved

Sources

  1. Paris Motor Show Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-03
  2. Tuileries Garden Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-06

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