Nuit des Musées 2025: a free nocturne at the Hôtel de Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt (92)

On the occasion of the Nuit des Musées, the Hôtel de Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt (92) invites you to an exceptional nocturnal tour of its Art Deco architecture and history, on Saturday May 17, 2025.

On the occasion of the Nuit des Musées, scheduled for Saturday May 17, 2025, theHôtel de Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt will exceptionally open its doors at night, offering the curious a glimpse into its architectural and artistic heritage. This cultural event, which is free and open to all, allows visitors to rediscover museums and historic sites at dusk, in a unique atmosphere. In Boulogne, this year's event promises a unique journey through history, art and institutions, in an emblematic location that is often little-known to the general public.

Built in the 1930s, theHôtel de Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt is the work of architect Tony Garnier, one of the pioneers of French modernism. This monumental reinforced concrete building, adorned with bas-reliefs byAlfred Janniot, is distinguished by its pure facade and geometric volumes. Listed as a historic monument since 2005, it embodies the ambitions of a city undergoing profound change at the dawn of the 20th century. It is also a powerful testimony to the civic architecture of the interwar period, conceived both as an administrative center and a showcase for municipal modernism.

Taking part in the Nuit des Musées at theHôtel de Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt is an opportunity to enter a place usually reserved for administrative procedures, and to discover it in a cultural and artistic light. Guided tours, exhibitions, even performances and screenings can be organized to showcase this exceptional heritage. It's a rare opportunity to admire the building's interior, its great hall, its Art Deco furnishings and the works of art it houses, while exploring behind-the-scenes aspects of municipal life. An ideal outing for lovers of architecture and urban history, or simply to discover new things with family and friends.