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A Night at the Belle Époque

Photo : Musée Jacquemart-André

Nov 14

A Night at the Belle Époque

Grand costume ball for the 150th anniversary of the Hôtel André.

Musée Jacquemart-André (Paris 8th)

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To mark the 150th anniversary of the inauguration of the André mansion, the Musée Jacquemart-André is hosting an immersive evening in the form of a grand costume ball. Throughout the evening, participants are invited on a journey through time to discover the great moments in the lives of the couple Édouard André and Nélie Jacquemart, centered around a lively grand cocktail dinner. Elegance, surprises, and refinement will set the pace for this immersion into the heart of the Belle Époque.

For this timeless night, you are invited to wear a costume to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a prestigious 19th-century soirée, recreated through a historical reconstruction.

A central figure of the evening, Nélie Jacquemart, who painted Édouard André's portrait in 1872 before marrying him in 1881, will be among the guests. Along the way, you are invited to find her among them, while entertainment punctuates the evening and unveils the secrets of the mansion.

Schedule: From 8:00 PM to 2:00 AM – entertainment from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, dance floor open from 11:00 PM.

Dress code: come dressed in a Belle Époque costume (1876 – 1912) and put it on before arriving at the museum. There is no space to change at the museum.

Our take on this event

Step directly into a 19th-century salon for a glamorous night of costumes, dancing, and historical immersion. Dust off your finest period attire to join this elegant gathering that brings the golden age of a legendary local mansion back to life. It is your golden ticket to experience the opulence and intrigue of a bygone era firsthand.

The Musée Jacquemart-André marks the 150th anniversary of the André mansion with a unique immersive event on Saturday, November 14, 2026. From 20:00 to 02:00, experience the sophistication of the Belle Époque at a grand costume ball. This event offers a historical journey into the lives of Édouard André and Nélie Jacquemart. Your 250 euro ticket includes a cocktail dinner and a welcome glass of champagne. Please be aware that this event is strictly for adults 18 and older, and wearing a period-appropriate costume is mandatory for all guests upon arrival.

To commemorate the 150th anniversary of the inauguration of their historic home, the Musée Jacquemart-André invites guests to step back in time. On Saturday, November 14, 2026, the museum transforms into a living stage dedicated to the Belle Époque. The evening begins at 20:00 with a cocktail dinner accompanied by a welcome glass of champagne, followed by themed animations that reveal the hidden stories of the mansion. At 23:00, the dance floor opens, keeping the celebration going until 02:00.

Participation requires full immersion: guests must arrive wearing a costume reflecting the 1876–1912 period. As there are no changing facilities on-site, please ensure you are fully dressed before reaching the museum. Throughout the night, you will have the opportunity to encounter Nélie Jacquemart among the attendees as you explore the venue.

This exclusive experience is open to those aged 18 and over. The entry fee is 250 euros per person, which covers the cocktail dinner and the initial glass of champagne. Please note that any additional drinks purchased throughout the night are not included in the ticket price.

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