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La Nuit des Musées (Museum Night)
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La Nuit des Musées (Museum Night)La Nuit des Musées (Museum Night) is a nationwide initiative organized by the Lebanese Ministry of Culture, during which museums across the country open their doors free of charge, inviting the public to discover Lebanon’s rich artistic, archaeological, scientific, and historical heritage through evening visits and special cultural programming. The initiative promotes public access to museums and encourages greater appreciation of the country’s cultural heritage. For the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) and its national committees, museums are essential partners in the safeguarding of cultural heritage. While ICOMOS focuses primarily on the conservation of monuments, archaeological sites, and cultural landscapes, museums preserve, interpret, and communicate the objects, stories, and knowledge associated with these places. Together, they contribute to a more complete understanding of our shared heritage. La Nuit des Musées reinforces a central principle of heritage conservation: cultural heritage is best protected when it is accessible, understood, and valued by society. By opening museum doors to wider audiences, the initiative encourages public engagement, strengthens cultural identity, and fosters appreciation for the collections and narratives that connect communities to their history. On this occasion, ICOMOS Lebanon celebrates the vital role of museums in preserving and interpreting Lebanon’s cultural heritage and supports initiatives that make heritage more accessible, inclusive, and meaningful for present and future generations. Participating museums (2026): |
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