Nuit des Musées 2023: concerts and drawing workshops at the Petit Palais

Published by Laurent de Sortiraparis, Julie de Sortiraparis, Cécile de Sortiraparis · Photos by Laurent de Sortiraparis · Published on May 11th, 2023 at 05:47 p.m.
On the occasion of the Nuit des Musées, organized on May 13, 2023, the Petit Palais welcomes visitors free of charge from 6 pm to 10:30 pm for various activities within the museum. Concerts, drawing workshops... Something to surprise the curious!

Nuit des Musées 2023 in Paris promises to be rich in cultural discoveries, and the Petit Palais is gearing up to open its doors for a never-before-seen nocturnal experience on Saturday, May 13. This magnificent building, located between the Champs-Élysées and the Seine, is one of the French capital's architectural gems. Come and explore the history of the building and admire its exceptional art collections during this special evening. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the Parisian cultural universe and rediscover the Petit Palais in a whole new light.

The Petit Palais was designed by architect Charles Girault and inaugurated in 1900, during theParis Universal Exhibition. It was built in parallel with the Grand Palais and the Pont Alexandre III, forming a harmonious architectural ensemble emblematic of the Beaux-Arts style. Since 1902, the Petit Palais has been home to the Musée des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris, whose collections range from antiquity to the early 20th century. In 1974, the building was classified as a historic monument, testifying to its heritage importance.

This year, the museum is once again offering a number of surprises and enchantments, as you stroll through its halls and garden, for an evening that celebrates music and drawing in all its forms. Don't miss this unique opportunity to enjoy an immersive cultural experience in the heart of Paris during the Nuit des Musées 2023 at the Petit Palais!

On the program for this Nuit des Musées at the Petit Palais :

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And if the weather's fine, don't hesitate to take a stroll through the semi-circular garden, lined with a richly ornate peristyle; awork by Charles Girault, who designed the Petit Palais for the 1900 Universal Exhibition.

As always, a wonderful Nuit des Musées awaits us at the Petit Palais. Shall we go?

Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
On May 13th, 2023
From 06:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

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    Location

    Avenue Winston Churchill
    75008 Paris 8

    Accessibility info

    Prices
    Free

    Recommended age
    For all

    Official website
    www.petitpalais.paris.fr

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