This event is in the past.It took place on May 23, 2026 at Musée départemental des peintres de Barbizon.










As darkness falls, the Barbizon painters' former auberge transforms into something magical. Middle schoolers guide you through the collection with infectious enthusiasm, then stay for a theatrical performance where the artists themselves seem to step out of their frames.
Free annual event
Nighttime museum visit
Immersive theatrical performance
Barbizon School art history
Tips
🎭"painters seem to come to life"
🎬"the little film is well worth watching"
👥student guides share their favorite artworks
Free
Nuit européenne des musées










As darkness falls, the Barbizon painters' former auberge transforms into something magical. Middle schoolers guide you through the collection with infectious enthusiasm, then stay for a theatrical performance where the artists themselves seem to step out of their frames.
Free annual event
Nighttime museum visit
Immersive theatrical performance
Barbizon School art history
Tips
🎭"painters seem to come to life"
🎬"the little film is well worth watching"
👥student guides share their favorite artworks
Free
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