Exhibition "Mummies" Musée de l’Homme from November 19, 2025 to May 25, 2026

What to expect

The Musée de l’Homme, located in the heart of Paris on the Place du Trocadéro, invites you to an exceptional immersion with its special exhibition “Mummies.” From November 19, 2025, to May 25, 2026, embark on a journey to discover the mysteries surrounding mummification, through an innovative scenography that will guide you from the Neolithic era to the present day. This unique exhibition will allow you to explore the funerary practices of different civilizations, the accompanying rites, and the secrets these preserved bodies reveal about our relationship with death and memory.**

The “Mummies” Exhibition: A Fascinating Journey Through Time and Cultures

A Captivating Path to the Origins of Mummification

The “Mummies” exhibition is not limited to the famous Egyptian mummies found in school textbooks. On the contrary, it embraces a vast geographical and historical range to better understand the multiple ways human societies have sought to preserve their deceased. Among the centerpiece pieces, you will discover mummies from the Chinchorro culture in Chile and Peru, considered the oldest known artificial mummies, dating back more than 7,000 years. You will also encounter mummified bodies from the Canary Islands, the Auvergne region in France, as well as other emblematic sites in South America and Egypt.

This diversity highlights very varied rituals, beliefs, and techniques, reflecting the evolution of human societies and their relationship with the afterlife. The journey offers an immersion into history, science, and culture, providing a rich and nuanced perspective on a subject often surrounded by myths and misconceptions.

A Scientific and Cultural Enriching Experience

Beyond the visual and historical aspects, this exhibition is also an opportunity to understand the ethical and scientific challenges related to the conservation and study of mummified bodies. The Musée de l’Homme houses one of the world’s most important mummy collections, with more than 60 complete bodies from various regions, accompanied by mummified heads and fragments. Since 2002, a dedicated laboratory for conservation and restoration carries out meticulous, respectful, and rigorous work to ensure the longevity of these relics.

The educational path also offers a perspective on how popular culture, through cinema or comic books, has often caricatured mummies, creating stereotypes that do not correspond to scientific reality. You will thus have the chance to grasp the complexity and richness of this heritage with a renewed perspective.

Why Book Your Visit?

Booking your ticket in advance for the “Mummies” exhibition is strongly recommended to fully enjoy this immersive experience without wasting time at the entrance. The museum can be very busy, especially on weekends and during school holidays, and online ticketing guarantees smooth and secure access.

By booking, you can also benefit from additional information about guided tours, lectures, or workshops regularly organized in connection with the exhibition. These activities enrich the visit by providing expert insight and allow you to deepen certain aspects of mummification, study techniques, or funerary traditions.

Practical Information: Plan Your Visit

The exhibition takes place within the prestigious Musée de l’Homme, located at 17 Place du Trocadéro, in the Palais de Chaillot, in the heart of Paris’s 16th arrondissement. The museum is easily accessible by metro (line 6, Trocadéro station), by bus, or on foot from the banks of the Seine.

Opening hours are from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., every day except Tuesday, the weekly closing day. Note that the museum is also closed on the following public holidays: January 1st, May 1st, July 14th, and December 25th. The ticket office closes 45 minutes before the museum closes, so it is advisable to allow enough time to fully enjoy your visit.

Prices are reasonable and allow everyone to discover this fascinating exhibition: the full price ticket is €15, while the reduced rate is set at €12. This price grants access to the entire exhibition route, with free access to the museum’s other permanent spaces.

The museum is accessible to people with reduced mobility, ensuring a comfortable visit for all.

An Exhibition Not to Be Missed

The “Mummies” exhibition is much more than a simple museum tour: it is an invitation to reflect on the links between culture, history, and humanity. By crossing ages and continents, it sheds light on our relationship with death, memory, and the sacred, while offering a captivating dive into the science of preservation.

Whether you are passionate about history, curious about human sciences, an archaeology enthusiast, or simply looking for an original cultural experience in Paris, this exhibition is made for you. Treat yourself to a unique moment of wonder and discovery, alone, with family, or friends.

Don’t wait any longer to book your ticket and prepare to live a timeless adventure, at the heart of humanity’s mysteries and knowledge.

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