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The Orléans Chancellery: restored interiors at the Hôtel de Rohan

The decorative schemes of the Chancellerie d’Orléans can be seen on free guided tours at the Hôtel de Rohan in Paris. Tours on November 12 and 26 and December 10, 2026, are fully booked.

Around the World: The 1867 World’s Fair Comes to Life in 3D at the National Archives

The National Archives are presenting Crossing the World, a free exhibition on the 1867 World’s Fair and photography. At the Hôtel de Soubise, original documents and 3D viewers bring this vanished Parisian event back to life.

Cassini Map: The Free Exhibition at the National Archives in the Marais District

At the National Archives, the exhibition Cassini’s Map of France looks back at how this map of the country was made in the 18th century. Original documents, instruments and precious editions reveal this scientific adventure at the Hôtel de Soubise.

The Hôtel de Soubise, a remarkable setting for the French National Archives

In the heart of the Marais district, discover a private mansion and its hidden garden, home to the Archives nationales and a free museum open to all. A chance to admire the sublime architecture of the Hôtel de Soubise!

A free, immersive exhibit explores the 1867 Universal Exhibition and the evolution of photography in Paris

Dive into the heart of the 1867 World's Fair through the lens of photography, from November 25, 2026, to February 22, 2027. Experience this engaging and free exhibit at the National Archives, offering an immersive journey into this historic event.

Paris: the National Archives Museum closed this Saturday, October 24, 2026

The National Archives Museum, in Paris’s Marais district, is closing its doors this Saturday, October 24, 2026, amid demonstrations announced in the capital. The closure also affects the CARAN and the Pierrefitte-sur-Seine site, while Sunday opening hours have been changed.

Just a few more days to see these designer planter-sculptures in the gardens of the Hôtel de Soubise.

Before they leave the gardens on September 19, 2026, Johanna de Clisson's planter-sculptures continue to converse with the boxwoods and the columns of the Hôtel de Soubise.

Les Traversées du Marais 2026: Free cultural programming to experience this weekend in Paris

Les Traversées du Marais, the marquee cultural circuit that shines a spotlight on the Marais’ finest venues in Paris, is back this weekend, September 4–6, 2026. This year, around twenty iconic sites in the Parisian neighborhood are offering a host of free artistic events for everyone!

Heritage Days 2026 at the National Archives in Paris: weekend activities

The National Archives in Paris will open their doors to the public free of charge on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, offering tours of their grand townhouse and its exhibitions for the European Heritage Days.

World Music Day 2026 in Paris: Free concerts by Young Talents at the National Archives

Come celebrate classical music this Sunday, June 21, 2026, at the National Archives in Paris, on the occasion of the new Fête de la Musique. Once again this year, enjoy a free Jeunes Talents concert!

Experience the National Archives gardens in a new light for the 2026 Rendez-vous aux jardins.

For the Rendez-vous aux jardins, the National Archives in Paris invite curious nature lovers, botany enthusiasts, and heritage buffs to rediscover their hidden Marais gardens during the weekend of June 5–7, 2026.