The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days ) are one of the highlights of September. In Paris and throughout theÎle-de-France region, a wide range of venues are taking part, offering a vast program of visits, events and workshops at the heart of our most beautiful monuments. Museums, churches, châteaux, libraries, gardens and even places closed to the public, such as major institutions, ministries and embassies, are among the many addresses taking part in this exceptional weekend, enabling everyone to find a program to suit his or her passions.
The whole Paris region gets into the swing of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days ), celebrating their 41st edition this year. The date is usually set for the 3rd weekend in September. So, we've set the dates for September 21 and 22, 2023, to make the most of this not-to-be-missed cultural bonanza. Paris may be the center of attention, but the Ile-de-France region is also full of nuggets for you to discover! In the Val-de-Marne, for example, the town of Fresnes is unveiling several tours and events for this exceptional weekend. Want to find out what's in store? Check out the program below!
Heritage Days 2024 at the Gabriel Bourdin municipal library in Fresnes
On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, which focus on sport and, more specifically, the bicycle, the library will be exhibiting 20 advertising posters from the end of the 19th century to the beginning of the 20th, from September 9 to 23. A nostalgic return to the days when the bicycle was a vector of democratization and emancipation.
Heritage Days 2024 at the Grand Orly Seine Bièvre Ecomuseum in Fresnes
Through its history, the bicycle object and its use reflect the economic, sociological and technical changes in society. Thanks to testimonials collected from local residents, the new exhibition paints a portrait of the different uses of the bicycle and the intimate relationship we have with this object synonymous with leisure, freedom, effort, emancipation and the future.
On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the ecomuseum is getting airy!
After visiting the exhibition, join us in the courtyard of the Ferme de Cottinville, from 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm, to play games and exchange ideas on the theme of cycling!
In partnership with Mieux se Déplacer à Bicyclette Thiais.
Timothy Hannem is a multidisciplinary artist and a key figure in the French urbex scene. For the first time, he's exhibiting his work as an urbexer, offering us the chance to discover a dozen abandoned places in the suburbs that he's visited and for which he's produced several drawings and illustrations. Discover the area as you've never seen it before.
Join artist-urbexeur Timothy Hannem on a guided tour of the exhibition!
Heritage Days 2024 at Saint-Eloi church in Fresnes
Guided tour of Saint-Eloi church by Annick Bertheux.
Musical presentation of the Fresnes-Buenafuente del Sistal organ (1768) by Anne Marie Blondel.
Heritage Days 2024 at La Grande Dimière, Théâtre de Fresnes
La Grange dîmière joins forces with the Crèvecoeur Théâtre company to offer you an immersive behind-the-scenes tour of the theater.
In 2050, the Grange dîmière is at the bottom of the ocean. Come and visit this sunken wreck, guided by a team of swimmers from the Fresnois diving club!
Heritage Days 2024 at the Fresnes poplar grove
Discover La Peupleraie
We invite you to explore the history of this private estate built by the co-owners themselves in the late 50s, based on plans by architects Roux and Thomas; a 14-hectare estate with 1,000 trees, 850 homes and 30 houses managed on a voluntary basis.
Heritage Days 2024 at the Cottinville farm in Fresnes
Come pedal with friends or family on a team bike treasure hunt to discover or rediscover Fresnois heritage!
Program: great check-points, tough riddles, clever anecdotes and an eagle-eyed photo challenge
👉 Choose one of three sessions: 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm or 4:00 pm.
👉 1h30 hours of fun for your team to win!
👉 Meet at Cottinville farm with your bike (bikes can be loaned on site, or the route can be completed on foot or with scooters and rollerblades)
Objective: score more points than the other teams to win the challenge!
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2024 to September 22, 2024
Location
Fresnes
1 Place Pierre et Marie Curie
94260 Fresnes
Official website
www.fresnes94.fr
