Science Show « Let There Be Light! »: a science show at the Musée des Arts et Métiers

What if science itself turned into a magic show? The Musée des Arts et Métiers, tucked away in Paris’s 3rd arrondissement, presents the Science Show “Let There Be Light!”, a science event that blends astonishing experiments, illusions and humor.

Discover on October 18, 24 and 25, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., during the Toussaint holidays, with additional sessions in February 2027. For an hour, kids and grown-ups alike are invited to explore the scientific phenomena and techniques that underlie our daily lives, in a playful format that’s accessible to everyone.

A science show that blends experiments, illusions, and humor

How can you turn a scientific demonstration into a moment of entertainment? That's the idea behind the Science Show “Let There Be Light!”, designed to spark the public’s curiosity by combining science with showmanship.

Produced with Le Jardin Expérimental & culture de sciences, this activity offers a lively, accessible look at physical phenomena, especially light and everyday technologies. The show thrives on surprises and illusions to demonstrate that science can be told with humor.

On the agenda for this one-hour session:

• Hands-on science experiments that reveal phenomena that can be surprising.
• Illusions that challenge our perception and our understanding of the world.
• Live demonstrations that explore the everyday science and technology behind daily life.
• A humorous presentation designed to make explanations accessible to a broad audience.

Rather than a traditional scientific lecture, the Science Show leans on the language of live performance to reveal science in a new light, blending observation, wonder, and explanations.

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An engaging activity to discover at the Musée des Arts et Métiers in Paris

The Science Show is staged at the Musée des Arts et Métiers, 60 Rue Réaumur, in the Arts-et-Métiers district of Paris’s 3rd arrondissement. Focusing on the history of science and technology, the museum houses a collection of inventions and instruments that illustrate the evolution of technology through the ages.

Among the iconic pieces in its collections are Clément Ader's airplane, Lavoisier's laboratory, and a Cinématographe by the Lumière brothers. This frame gives a particular resonance to a show devoted to scientific principles and everyday technical objects.

The Science Show also forms part of the museum’s school-holiday programme, which includes workshops, guided tours, short courses and storytelling sessions for different audiences. Families can thus discover other cultural offerings tailored to their children’s ages and interests.

What are the dates for the Science Show at the Museum of Arts and Crafts?

Several performances of “Let there be light!” are scheduled for October 2026 and February 2027:

• Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM.
• Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM.
• Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 3:00 PM.
• Tuesday, February 9, 2027 at 3:00 PM.
• Thursday, February 11, 2027 at 3:00 PM.
• Tuesday, February 16, 2027 at 3:00 PM.
• Thursday, February 18, 2027 at 3:00 PM.

Each show runs for one hour, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. The Science Show is priced at €10 per person, with a €1 online booking fee per order in line with the museum’s ticketing terms.