Paris reveals itself in a whole new light this third weekend in September... And with good reason! The Journées du Patrimoine are back in Paris! The 41st edition of this European cultural event is as exciting and full of surprises as ever, as we explore the various places of interest in the City of Light.
Little-knownmuseums, hidden corners, private mansions usually closed to the public, behind-the-scenes tours of major institutions: the Heritage Days are an opportunity to visit exceptional, unusual and secret places... Or learn more about places you thought you already knew!
You've probably already visited your local town hall to ask for information or complete an administrative procedure... What if you went back to discover all its secrets? This September 21 and 22, 2024, for the Journées du Patrimoine, several arrondissement town halls in Paris are opening their doors to the general public, and enticing us with special tours and events.
8th district town hall
A remarkable architectural work of the Second Empire, the Hôtel Cail has preserved its elegance and richness through a multitude of interior design details.
Marble, rich mosaic parquet floors, gilding, elaborate ceilings, sculptures, reliefs and Napoleon III furniture make this private mansion one of the capital's most interesting architectural features. Each room contains a wealth of details and anecdotes, some original, some surprising, that would make this place a veritable museum, if it could be used as such.
For example, in the wedding waiting room - formerly the dining room - we can see the trace of a bullet hole in the wall, underlined by the inscription: "22, May 1871 - 2 p.m.". A trace of impact, and a trace of history corresponding to the events of the Paris Commune. It was on this very day that Jean-François Cail died, a long way from his hotel. A surprising coincidence, if ever there was one...
9th arrondissement town hall
To mark the Journées du patrimoine culturel et naturel (Cultural and Natural Heritage Days) on September 21 and 22
2024, the 9th arrondissement town hall is once again offering a rich and varied program
for all publics.
On the program: guided tours, concerts and a 9th arrondissement arts and crafts fair. As for children, a wide range of activities and workshops will be on offer.
Come and celebrate our natural and cultural heritage at the 9th arrondissement town hall: guided tours, concerts, lectures, tree climbing, wooden games, photo competitions, arts and crafts... register at www.mairie9@paris.fr
10th arrondissement town hall
Guided tour by André Krol, from Histoire & Vies du 10e
The town hall, a spectacular little palace of the Republic, was built in 1896 in the Neo-Renaissance style by Eugène Rouyer, a pupil of Charles Garnier. Visit the marriage hall with its high relief by Jules Dalou, the village hall with its marouflaged paintings depicting the district's trades and crafts in the 19th century, the councillors' offices and much more.
11th arrondissement town hall
In the man's world of the "Romanisches Café", Berlin's famous café and meeting place for the art world, a woman: Else Lasker-Schüler. A poetess with a kaleidoscopic personality to say the least, she opens the doors to a world on the bangs of the one whose established principles she refuses to accept.
This poetic-musical theatrical show, conceived, directed and performed by Odile Michel, invites the audience on an intimate journey to the heart of a universe that has a timeless resonance, to discover this poetess.
With : Odile Michel, director and actress, Philippe Baumann, video director, Guillaume Fontanarosa, violinist and Samuel Zucca, accordionist.
Mairie annexe du 14e arrondissement
In 1925, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes held in Paris marked the triumph of a new style, Art Deco, which spread throughout the world. Inaugurated in 1936, the town hall annex of the 14th arrondissement is a true jewel of this artistic movement. The village hall, accessible via a monumental grand staircase, is the highlight of this refined complex. Its vast, modular volume is punctuated by painted decorations paying tribute to the life of the 14th arrondissement and the activities that shaped its identity: its health and social vocation, its working-class past and its concentration of artists and scholars. The building's reinforced concrete framework, clad in red brick, allows for the distribution of an original program for the time, offering local residents unprecedented services: dispensary, magistrates' court, social services and even a municipal library.
The tour will explore all these aspects of the monument, which has been fully listed as a Monument Historique since 2012. It will be guided by a curator from the City of Paris.
Meet in front of the Mairie annexe, 28 rue Mouton-Duvernet, 75014 Paris.
Event must be booked in advance.
PLACES ARE LIMITED, SO PLEASE REGISTER IF YOU FINALLY CAN'T ENSURE YOUR ATTENDANCE.
20th arrondissement town hall
📅 Saturday, September 21
🕒 At 10 a.m.
📍 At the Mairie du 20e, place Gambetta
🎫 Registration recommended via form below
🖊️ Bring a pen
With "Les mystères de Paris 20e", follow in the footsteps of Grenouille, the little fox cub in Père-Lachaise cemetery!
" Grenouille, the famous little fox* from Père-Lachaise cemetery, has disappeared. Nicolas Nevrite, the cemetery's janitor, hasn't seen him prowling around for several nights now. Has intrepid Grenouille wanted to explore new spaces, or has something happened to him?
This morning, on his way to open the cemetery gate, Nicolas Nevrite discovers an envelope under the door. He unseals it, starts to read, and turns pale..."
Come and join the research team to investigate and find Grenouille! This will be an opportunity to discover the borough's emblematic heritage.
Meet on Saturday September 21 at 10 a.m. at the Mairie du 20e, place Gambetta.
And since you're in the area, find out what else you can do in these arrondissements. And don't forget to take a look at the events scheduled atHôtel de Ville.
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris (75): schedule of visits by arrondissement
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris, the capital's monuments and historic landmarks are opening their doors (often free of charge) to let us in on their secrets. Don't miss this not-to-be-missed event, scheduled for the weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024, on the themes of "Heritage of routes, networks and connections" and "Maritime heritage". [Read more]
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, the Hôtel de Ville de Paris is exceptionally opening its doors for free tours. Join us on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024 to discover the office of the Mayor of Paris, the Hôtel de Ville library, the Council Chamber and the salons d'apparat. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From September 21, 2024 to September 22, 2024
Location
Town hall of the 8ᶱ arrondissement of Paris
3 Rue de Lisbonne
75008 Paris 8
Prices
Free
Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris (75): schedule of visits by arrondissement
Heritage Days 2024: Visit to the Hôtel de Ville - Mairie de Paris
