The 22nd edition of the Night of Museums will take place on May 23, 2026 across Paris and all of Île-de-France. This must-visit cultural event invites the public to enjoy an extraordinary evening exploring museums, historic sites, art foundations, and other fascinating venues. Some locations are even offering special activities and entertainment as part of their programs.
It's an invitation to rediscover our heritage in a whole new way, and to set out to conquer the treasures of the City of Light. So why not take advantage of the opportunity to experience a timeless immersion in a charming museum in Paris? Head for the Musée Gustave Moreau, located in the 9th arrondissement of Paris.
The Musée Gustave Moreau is famous for its refined, majestic spiral staircase at 14 rue de la Rochefoucauld. The provincial-looking house-museum houses the painter's home and his studios, where his works are exhibited. Gustave Moreau refurbished the family home in 1895, three years before his death, in order to bring his paintings together here.
The Musée Gustave Moreau, the painter's timeless home and studio in Paris
The Musée Gustave Moreau is a confidential Parisian museum nestled in the 9th arrondissement, where you can visit the artist's apartment and studio, and admire his famous staircase and numerous works of the Symbolist movement. [Read more]
At the Musée Gustave Moreau, the 2nd and 3rd floor studios and the second floor apartment have been preserved in their original state, inviting you to enter the artist's daily life. You'll discover 400 paintings and a unique collection of watercolors as you make your way up this jewel of a staircase. The second floor, where Gustave Moreau lived with his family, features period furniture in the bedroom, boudoir and dining room.
And the good news is that this confidential museum in Paris is playing host to the Nuit des Musées! It's an opportunity to plunge into the fascinating world of Gustave Moreau and contemplate his large-scale canvases, featuring mythological figures in enigmatic settings. Here's the program for this year's event:
As part of European Night of Museums, the museum opens its doors to visitors for free. A perfect opportunity to explore the works of Gustave Moreau and the museum that houses them.
Open from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., with the last entry at 9:30 p.m.
Reservations are required.
Fifteen students from the DNMADE program (National Diploma in Art and Design Professions) have drawn inspiration from seven themes intrinsic to the Gustave Moreau Museum: the historic mansion, fantasy imagery, the femme fatale archetype, sources of inspiration, painting techniques, the notion of unfinished works, and decorative arts. Using these concepts, they developed interactive displays aimed at engaging family visitors. These innovative creations will be showcased throughout the museum in the form of detailed models.
Le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.
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Dates and Opening Time
On May 23, 2026
Location
Gustave Moreau Museum
14, rue de la Rochefoucauld
75009 Paris 9
Access
Metro 12: Trinité or Saint-Georges station
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
Official website
musee-moreau.fr
The Musée Gustave Moreau, the painter's timeless home and studio in Paris
