An exhibition highlighting the intellectual evolution of philosopher Michel Foucault is now open at the Collège de France, where he once taught, and will remain until January 15, 2027. Organized in collaboration with the Bibliothèque nationale de France to mark the 100th anniversary of Foucault’s birth, the exhibition includes 100 items such as original letters, handwritten notes, manuscripts, and audiovisual records. These materials offer a rare look at Foucault’s creative process, including his revisions and the development of his ideas during his 14 years at the Collège de France. During this time, he held the chair of History of Systems of Thought from 1970, and the exhibition emphasizes his engagement with topics like prisons, psychiatry, power structures, sexuality, and the political events of his era. The exhibition is part of a larger program that includes five academic conferences and a theatrical performance by Fanny de Chaillé, inspired by Foucault’s book L'Ordre du discours (Discourse on the Origins of the Family). This play explores themes central to Foucault’s work, such as the ways in which power and knowledge shape social norms. The organizers have also recommended three books to complement the exhibition. These include Iran, when the earth trembles, a collection of Foucault’s reports on Iran from 1978 to 1979; The garden of the philosopher, which examines Foucault’s relationship with the Piroir family estate; and Foucault disappears, a comic book that visually traces his intellectual journey and movements across different locations and influences. The exhibition is free to the public and is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 11, place Marcelin-Berthelot in Paris 5th. It invites visitors to engage with Foucault’s legacy through a diverse range of materials and events, offering a multidisciplinary approach to understanding his contributions to philosophy, history, and the social sciences. The exhibition aims to present Foucault not only as a theorist but also as a thinker actively engaged with the world around him, continually questioning and redefining the structures of power and knowledge. The organizers have worked closely with scholars and cultural institutions to ensure that the exhibition reflects Foucault’s complex and evolving thought. By bringing together original documents and contemporary interpretations, the exhibition encourages visitors to explore the relevance of Foucault’s ideas in today’s world. This event is part of a broader effort to celebrate Foucault’s intellectual legacy and to make his work accessible to a wider audience, including students, researchers, and the general public.