European Heritage Days 2026: What to See at the Guimet Museum in Paris?

Asian arts take center stage at the Guimet Museum for Paris' Heritage Days on September 19 and 20, 2026. The 16th‑arrondissement museum unveils a special program inviting visitors to discover its collections and spaces in a new light.

The Guimet Museum isn’t done unlocking its secrets yet. On the occasion of the 43rd edition of the Heritage Days, the National Museum of Asian Arts Guimet (MNAAG), located in the 16th arrondissement of the capital, is poised to reveal a few of them to the general public.

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This year, for these new Heritage Days, the Guimet Museum invites you to explore a program crafted for the occasion. We dive into this fascinating museum, whose collections carry us through history, with striking exhibition spaces that enrich this cultural experience. Want to discover the program for this new and 43rd edition? Follow the guide!

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The Heritage Days 2026 program at the Guimet Museum:

Family and Youth Reading
Picture books to read and discover with the playful actress Yilin Yang, taking you on a journey through Asia through images and words. This moment of discovery and sharing around children's picture books invites everyone to rediscover the beauty and poetry of wonderful books, which hide surprises and treasures on every page.
Participation conditions : Free with an entry ticket subject to availability. Full-price ticket: €15 / Reduced-ticket: €12 / Free: for under 18, EU nationals aged 18–25, and other conditions on the site. - No reservation required | Special rate
Hours: Sunday, September 20, 2026 — 3:00–4:00 PM, 4:00–5:00 PM