Heritage Days 2024 at Villa Beau-Chêne, also known as Josephine Baker's Villa, in Le Vésinet (78)

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, head to Le Vésinet (78) to discover the sumptuous Villa Beau-Chêne, or Josephine Baker's Villa, on Saturday September 21. A rare opportunity to plunge into the intimacy of the music-hall icon, as close as possible to her memories.

The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) are back in France, and they're coming to the Yvelines on September 21 and 22, 2024. For two days, the most important cultural event of the year opens the doors of castles, museums, gardens and more confidential places to explore architecture, art and nature. It's the perfect opportunity to discover the region's rich historical heritage, thanks to the many guided tours, exhibitions and events on offer over this exceptional weekend!

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On Saturday, September 21,Le Vésinet is the country stop on the route of the Journées du Patrimoine 2024. The charming Yvelines town is home to the Villa Beau Chêne, more commonly known as"Josephine Baker's Villa", the embodiment of a fabulous saga of legends and glamour. Acquired in the 1920s by the music-hall star, this iconic residence has vibrated to the frenzied rhythms of jazz, hosting the greatest personalities of the era at unforgettable parties. Today, the Villa retains Josephine's bold spirit, with its walls steeped in memories and its lush garden. A cultural and artistic legacy that continues to inspire and charm, celebrating the incomparable Joséphine Baker.

2024 Heritage Days program at Villa Beau Chêne, known as Josephine Baker's Villa in the Yvelines :

Villa Beau-Chêne - Josephine Baker exhibition
Saturday, September 21, 2:00 p.m.
Exhibition on the life of Joéphine Baker, focusing on her "Le Vésinet" period
Exhibition created by the Société d'Histoire du Vésinet.
Villa Beau-Chêne - Guided tour of the grounds
Saturday, September 21, 2:00 p.m.
Guided tour of the Villa grounds by volunteers from the Société d'Histoire du Vésinet.
The house is not open to the public.

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