Night of Museums 2026: What’s happening this evening at the Jean-Jacques Henner National Museum in Paris

For the Night of Museums, the Jean-Jacques Henner Museum is opening its doors for an evening of free admission — a chance not to miss! Join us this Saturday, May 23, 2026, at this workshop-museum in the 17th arrondissement of Paris for the 22nd edition of this special event.

Don't miss out on the Night of Museums at the Jean-Jacques Henner Museum, happening this Saturday, May 23, 2026. Enjoy an enchanting evening for free from 6 PM to 10 PM, exploring both the museum's permanent collections and its current temporary exhibition in the vibrant 17th arrondissement of Paris.

A 19th-century French painter, Jean-Jacques Henner left behind a vast collection of works. He’s especially renowned for his portraits and landscapes, created during a significant journey through Italy after winning the Prix de Rome. His renderings of female nudes and his hauntingly realist style remain particularly memorable.

The Musée Jean-Jacques Henner: a workshop preserving the Alsatian painter's legacy in Paris
Little-known to Parisians, the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner is a veritable artistic treasure trove, bequeathed by the Alsatian painter's family in a private mansion as beautiful as the paintings it houses. [Read more]

The Musée Jean-Jacques Henner was once a private mansion and studio particularly popular with Parisian artists. This historic cocoon houses over 2,200 works recounting the life of this artist.

The Schedule for the 2026 Night of Museums at the Jean-Jacques Henner Museum:

Visit to the exhibition dossier « Salomé. Henner and Moreau Confront the Myth »
Saturday, May 23, 2026 — from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
As part of European Museum Night, the museum is opening its doors to the public for free to showcase its special exhibit, "Salomé. Henner and Moreau Confronting the Myth."

Last admission: 9:30 p.m.

Free entry while spots last (reservation highly recommended).
Self-guided tour of the museum
Saturday, May 23, 2026 — from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
As part of European Museum Night, the museum invites you to explore its collections and the historic mansion housing them—all free of charge.

It's also a chance to see the special exhibition-portfolio "Salomé. Henner and Moreau Confront the Myth."

Last admission: 9:30 PM

Free entry while seats last (advanced booking highly recommended)

Take advantage of this evening to take a tour of the museum's permanent collections, which feature hundreds of paintings, sculptures, objects and furniture, spread over three floors. Discover the life and career of this multi-talented 19th-century artist.

Get ready for a thrilling evening on the night of May 23rd!