Night of Museums 2026: free late-night opening at the Fragonard Museum of the National Veterinary School of Alfort

For the 22nd edition of the Nuit des Musées, the Musée Fragonard (not the perfume museum near the Opera, but the one housed at the heart of the École nationale vétérinaire d'Alfort) awaits you on the Val‑de‑Marne side. One of France's oldest museums, founded in 1766, alongside the École royale vétérinaire de Paris, invites you to explore its quirky collection with guided visits for the occasion this Saturday, May 23, 2026.

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A collection that has stood the test of time, withstanding revolutions and wars, inviting you to discover this exceptional heritage dedicated to animals, preserved within the museum. Moved three times since the museum was founded, this collection of some 1,000 objects takes you on a timeless journey through the atmosphere of the late 19th century.

The museum remained closed to visitors until 1991, when it was opened to science enthusiasts. Completely renovated in 2008, it now invites you to discover its rare exhibits, for all you need to know about animals and nature. Among the museum's best-known pieces are Fragonard's Écorchés. Beware, as the collection is made up of over 4,200 anatomical pieces, a visit to this museum may shock the senses.

Museum Night 2026 at the Fragonard Museum of the National Veterinary School of Alfort:

• Self-guided tour of the Fragonard Museum at the National Veterinary School of Alfort

  On the occasion of the European Night of Museums, the Fragonard Museum stays open until 10 p.m.

  Once again this year, discover the 4,200 pieces on display in our cases: anatomical collections, pathological specimens, skeletons, and, of course, the famous Fragonard Écorchés (flayed figures).

  Self-guided visit.

  Participation requirements: Free entry - Free | No booking required

  Timings : Saturday, May 23, 2026 – 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.

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