Attention art, history and culture lovers! An unforgettable journey awaits you in the heart ofArgenteuil in the Val-d'Oise during the Journées du Patrimoine, on September 21 and 22, 2024. This prestigious event, celebrated throughout France, invites young and old alike to delve into the hidden treasures of our cultural, architectural and historical heritage.
The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), a brilliant and daring concept, open the doors to monuments, museums and other buildings that often contain unsuspected wonders. It's the perfect opportunity to discover or rediscover places steeped in history, accessible for just a few days.
In Argenteuil, a city of art and history, culture is not to be outdone. From the banks of the Seine to the picturesque alleyways, this commune is brimming with treasures. The Basilique Saint-Denys, thehistoric Cavaillé-Coll organ and the Musée Sauvage are just some of the jewels in the town's cultural crown. From painting to music to architecture, Argenteuil never ceases to charm and amaze.
But what would Argenteuil be without its rich and fascinating history? Once a prized resort for kings, the town has been immortalized by great artists such as Monet, whose house is well worth a visit. Argenteuil is also home to one of France's oldest abbeys, founded in the 7th century. Its vineyards, bucolic landscapes and industrial heritage are just some of the facets that define the identity of this multi-faceted town.
In short, the Argenteuil Heritage Days are much more than just an event: they're an invitation to escape, to discover and to be enchanted. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned connoisseur, prepare to be seduced by this unique cultural journey, in a town where every stone, every painting, every note of music tells a story. Argenteuil awaits you for an unforgettable journey through time and art!
Allée couverte des Déserts
Guided tour of the Déserts covered alley and workshop "From field to garment, Neolithic fabric"
68, rue des Déserts
Sunday, 2pm to 6pm - Last admission 5:30pm
Unearthed in 1868 and listed as a historic monument, this collective burial site bears unique witness to the history of early man in Argenteuil. Take a tour of this monument, usually closed to the public, and extend your journey into prehistory with a workshop on Neolithic weaving.
Municipal Archives
Open house and themed tours: highlighting documents and objects relating to the evolution of writing: writing tools that have evolved over the centuries, from quill pens to typewriters (quill pens, calamus, metal nibs), traces of writing that are changing (handwritten civil registers from the 16th to the 20th centuries, Letters Patent, Maupassant's letter, school prize-giving ceremony).
From East to West : Demonstrations and introductions to Eastern (Sat) and Western (Sun) calligraphy for all ages.
Saint-Denys Basilica
In this high-flying Moroccan show, we laugh, we stomp, we hold our breath. And then you dance. The music is cinematic, the writing is acrobatic, and the circus is Moroccan.
Traditional dances based on throwing in the air blend with urban practices such as hip-hop, Korean and Hungarian rocking games with propulsions nine meters high and hand-to-hand lifts. There's a lot of tenderness here, as well as rage, misery, laughter and love. With Colokolo, circus is spectacular, popular and furiously alive.
See you on the forecourt of Saint-Denys Basilica.
Guided tour of the Basilique Saint-Denys
DISCOVER THE BASILICA
163, rue Paul-Vaillant-Couturier
Rdv sur le parvis de la basilique 15 minutes avant le départ
Sunday September 22nd at 3pm
Immerse yourself in the history and architecture of this exceptional monument, and discover its hidden secrets with an expert guide. Our expert guide will reveal the basilica's hidden secrets, its artistic treasures and its rich and eventful history. You'll discover the details of its impressive architecture, the legends that surround it, and many other captivating anecdotes.
Saint-Ferdinand Church
CITE JARDIN D'ORGEMONT
Meet at the Eglise Saint-Ferdinand.
Saturday, September 21 at 11:30 am and Sunday, September 22 at 3:30 pm
Discover the Art Deco architecture of the Cité Jardin d'Orgemont through a captivating guided tour. Immerse yourself in the history of this emblematic district, its typical buildings and unique decorative details.
The Abbey garden workshop
Participatory "Postal Treasure" workshop: come and create a postcard inspired by the "Treasures" exhibition, on the Atelier terrace.
L'Hôtel de Ville
Pick up your booklet at the reception desk, Hôtel de Ville, 12/14 bld Léon-Feix
Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22
Discover a fairy-tale town: the city of Argenteuil in a different way
Inspired by the artist "Florizale", go in search of fairy doors and discover Argenteuil's heritage sites and places of interest in a different way.
Commented tour of "the impressionist city" on the little train, an ideal way for families to rediscover the city, with stops at an open-air museum that is becoming increasingly popular in the area.
Tickets at the information desk in the grounds of the town hall
Departure from the Robida parking lot behind the town hall.
An itinerant program that explores the links and bridges between popular music and today's musical creation, as well as connections between the latter and older forms from the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
Chorus Quartet: Florentino Calvo/Cécile Duvot (mandolins)/ Flavien Soyer (mandola)/ Gregory Morello (guitar)
Works by : Caio Márcio Santos, Bruno Giner, François Laurent, Tomas Gubitsch, Denis Ramos
EXHIBITION "TRÉSORS: UN VOYAGE À TRAVERS L'HISTOIRE"
Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 11am to 7pm - Last admission 6:30pm
For the September 2024 opening, the "Trésors" exhibition highlights the city's artistic and historical gems. Over 100 masterpieces, including paintings by Gustave Caillebotte and Alexis Grimou, letters by Claude Monet and Guy de Maupassant, and documents signed by Louis XIV, will be on display. The exhibition will also include archaeological objects and rare historical documents, such as the charter of 1156 and Paul V's bull of 1612. A chrono-thematic tour will guide visitors through different eras, accompanied by guided tours, workshops and lectures, offering an enriching experience of Argenteuil's heritage.
Self-guided tours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. "Treasures: a journey through history" exhibition
Guided tours at 12:30, 2:30 and 5:30 p.m.
"La p'tite visite" at 4:30 p.m., a guided tour of the exhibition adapted to the youngest visitors, with a booklet-game
Meet at the outdoor reception desk, 15 minutes before the tours start.
"Postal Treasure" participatory workshop from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., create a postcard in connection with the "Treasures" exhibition on the Atelier terrace.
VISIT THE VESTIGES OF NOTRE-DAME ABBEY
Take a guided tour and discover the remains of Notre-Dame Abbey: a historic site dating back to the 7th century. Explore the ruins of the crypt, chapter house and cloister, uncovered during excavations in 1989 and 1994. Soak up the atmosphere of a place that bears witness to the history of the town of Argenteuil.
Self-guided tours of the remains and gardens - meet cultural mediators on site from 2pm to 7pm.
Guided tour of the remains and gardens :
Saturday September 21 at 3:30pm (meet at the welcome desk 15 minutes before the tour starts)
Sunday September 22 at 11:30am (meet at the welcome desk 15 minutes before the tour starts)
This poetic work blends painting, movement, music and words, with the cello accompanying painters Berthe Morisot, Eva Gonzalès, Marie Braquemond and Mary Cassatt. Body painting transforms the body into a living work of art, and movement into dance. The show, a blend of reality and imagination, explores the artists' individualities and connections, with the performers creating their own scores in resonance with the embodied figures.
Dates and Opening Time
From September 21, 2024 to September 22, 2024
Location
Argenteuil
95100 Argenteuil
95100 Argenteuil
Access
Transilien line J "gare d'Argenteuil" station
Prices
Free
Official website
www.argenteuil.fr
