Night of Museums 2026: Enjoy Free Access to the Musée de l'Homme's Exhibitions in Paris

For the Night of Museums on Saturday, May 23, 2026, the Musée de l'Homme in Paris opens its doors to the public for free, offering access to all current exhibitions along with special activities organized for this cultural evening. To see the full program, click here.

The Night of Museums is a must-attend evening event. On Saturday, May 23, 2026, the Museum of Mankind in Paris will stay open late, inviting visitors of all ages—both the curious and the passionate—to explore its collections for free.

Located on the Place du Trocadéro, opposite the Eiffel Tower, the Musée de l'Homme is one of the capital's most popular museums: this laboratory-museum answers three major questions, taking stock of current research in anthropology - Who are we, where do we come from and where are we going? - in a highly successful scenography that takes us on a journey through time and cultures.

Fossils, busts, anatomical mannequins, elements of human culture from around the world: this fascinating museum explores thousands of years of humanevolution, in all its richness, contradictions and surprises. It's a fascinating epic that we haven't finished exploring yet.

Take advantage of the 22nd edition of Museum Night to explore these extensive permanent collections, discover exciting temporary exhibitions, and enjoy the specially organized activities designed to make this one-of-a-kind evening even more memorable.

What to Expect at the 2026 Night of Museums at the Musée de l'Homme in Paris:

Night at the Museum at the Musée de l'Homme
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Free admission, while seats last (no reservation required)
A once-in-a-lifetime evening awaits you at the Musée de l'Homme: explore the exhibits at your own pace. Immerse yourself in the museum's stunning permanent collections and discover temporary exhibitions on Mummies and The Great Ages.

Come explore the exhibition "The Great Ages" at the Musée de l'Homme!
Saturday, May 23, 2026 — 7:30 p.m. ⤏ 11:59 p.m.
This new exhibition at the Museum of Man stems from the collaboration between Samuel Pavard, a biodemographer and aging specialist at the Museum, and Nikos Aliagas, a photographer-artist.

https://www.museedelhomme.fr/fr/exposition/les-grands-ages
Come explore the Museum of Man's collections!
Saturday, May 23, 2026 — 7:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
Dive into the heart of the Museum of Man's fabulous permanent collections!

https://www.museedelhomme.fr/fr/galerie-de-l-homme
Discover the captivating Mummies exhibition at the Museum of Man!
Saturday, May 23, 2026 — 7:30 PM to 11:59 PM
Even just the word "mummies" conjures up a whole world of imagery tied to ancient Egypt. But mummification is far more than a ring-fenced historical moment. This exhibition invites visitors to trace the stories of several mummified individuals, to discover the significance and diversity of this practice around the world, and to examine how these mummies are being kept as part of our patrimony.

https://www.museedelhomme.fr/fr/exposition-evenement/momies