Which museums are free on the first Sunday of the month in Paris and Île-de-France?

This article from Beaux Arts Magazine lists museums in Paris and Île-de-France that offer free admission on the first Sunday of each month, including the Musée de l'Orangerie, Musée national Picasso-Paris, Musée des Arts et Métiers, Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature, Musée Carnavalet, Musée Cognacq-Jay, Crypte archéologique de l'île de la Cité, Maison Victor Hugo, and Musée de Cluny. It also notes that municipal museums in Paris are free year-round, and provides practical tips such as booking online and taking advantage of free entry for visitors under 18 or 26.

This matters because it provides a practical guide for locals and tourists to access cultural institutions without cost, encouraging broader public engagement with art and history. By highlighting free-entry opportunities, the article supports cultural accessibility and helps readers plan visits to major museums, which can boost attendance and democratize access to Paris's rich artistic heritage.