Nuit des Musées 2025: unusual events at the Musée de l'Outil (95), the program

How about a visit to the Musée de l'Outil - Collection Claude et Françoise Pigeard for the Nuit des Musées 2025? Located in the heart of the Val-d'Oise, in Wy-dit-Joli-Village, the museum is offering a free nocturnal tour for the 21st edition of the event, to discover a collection of tools and utensils characteristic of the folk arts and traditions of the Vexin region.

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From the remains of a Gallo-Roman seaside resort to Claude Pigeard's forge, visitors are invited to enter the heart of the history of the region and of this establishment hosting workshops, guided tours and events. Lovers of green walks can also take advantage of the museum's pretty, medieval-inspired gardens, bathed in a bucolic atmosphere.

Today, the museum and gardens provide a sumptuous setting for theatrical and choreographic performances, concerts, film screenings, exhibitions and artist residencies. Visitors can also take advantage of touch-screen tablets to digitize information and simplify access. In short, a great place to learn all about the tools and their functions!

Nuit des Musées 2025 at the Musée de l'Outil in Val d'Oise :

Event day, free admission to the museum from 3:30pm
Special opening until 9pm.
Free, with registration

• Adult workshop
  Introduction to cyanotype
  Discover the magical and poetic art of cyanotype, an ancient photographic process that transforms sunlight into deep, brilliant blue images. This workshop, designed for adults, invites you to explore a simple yet fascinating technique, ideal for giving free rein to your creativity.
  Ages 13 and up
  Saturday, May 17, 3:30pm
  
  
• Storytelling walk
  Les Chasseuses de Papillons
  As they stroll through the garden, these elegant poets celebrate the beauty of flowers, trees and aromatic plants, while paying tribute to the insects and small creatures that enrich our ecosystems. An enchanting journey through nature and poetry.
  Ages 8 and up
  Saturday, May 17, 6:00 p.m.

Le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.

A great line-up for a memorable evening!