Open in 1889 Like a modest ballroom, this iconic Parisian cabaret transformed into the epicenter of Montmartre's nightlife.
In 1903 , a redesign under the direction of architect Edouard Niermans gave it an Art Nouveau feel, marking a golden age in the Belle Époque. The legendary sign of Moulin Rouge , composed of metal and glass with incandescent bulbs, became a symbol of luxury and exuberance in the Belle Époque.
Despite a fire in 1915 that threatened its splendor, the sign of Moulin Rouge He continued to shine in the Parisian night.
Today , modernized with LED technology, the Moulin Rouge remains a cultural icon in Paris and around the world.
