Heritage Days 2024 at military museums and institutions in Paris and the Île-de-France region

In Paris and the Ile-de-France region, a number of museums and institutions focus on thearmy, its role, its history, its players, its evolution... These themes fascinate the curious, from 7 to 77 years old. If you too are fascinated by this universe, don't miss the next edition of the Journées du Patrimoine: on the occasion of this cultural weekend, many military museums and institutions open their doors to us.

On September 21 and 22, 2024, we're delighted to be back with the Journées du Patrimoine. The aim of this annual event is to highlight historical and cultural sites and local curiosities. On this occasion, thousands of sites open their doors to the general public for a weekend, encouraging us to take part in popular - and often free!

As you'll have gathered, it's an unmissable event in the cultural calendar, giving us the chance to see many unsuspected wonders close to home, and to indulge our passions. If yours revolves around the military world, here are some suggestions for outings during this special weekend.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: secret plans on display at the Service Historique de la Défense (94)
The military archives of the French Ministry of the Armed Forces are opening their doors to us on September 21 and 22, 2024, on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), to reveal some of the secrets of history... [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at the Musée de la Gendarmerie Nationale in Melun (77)
The Musée de la Gendarmerie Nationale is taking part in the European Heritage Days 2024, offering a fun and artistic program for families on September 21 and 22, 2024. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: visit to the Bois-Colombes air-raid shelter (92)
History buffs and WWII enthusiasts will be able to take advantage of the Heritage Days on September 21 and 22, 2024, with an exceptional visit to the Bois-Colombes air-raid shelter. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: the program at the Museum of the Great War in Meaux (77)
For the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), the Musée de la Grande Guerre is opening its doors to us on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September 2024, to take us into the heart of its reserves. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at the Musée de la Préfecture de Police: plunge into the world of investigators
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, we're off to discover the Musée de la Préfecture de Police de Paris in the 5th arrondissement. Better than in a detective series, you'll discover real objects, and listen to expert lectures. See you and your family on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Musée de l'Armée - Invalides: exceptional visit on the program
The Journées du Patrimoine will be held at the Hôtel des Invalides on September 21 and 22, 2024! Not only will the Army Museum be free of charge during these two days, but new tours and numerous workshops are also on offer for history buffs. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024 at the Hôtel de Salm, Grand Chancellery of the Legion of Honor and museum
For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024, why not visit the Grande Chancellerie? On Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024, the Hôtel de Salm, Grand Chancellery of the Legion of Honor, opens its doors to you for a totally redesigned visit. [Read more]

Heritage Days 2024: free tour of the Ministry of the Armed Forces - Hôtel de Brienne
How about visiting the Ministry of the Armed Forces for the Journées du Patrimoine? As part of the 41st edition of the event, the Hôtel de Brienne opens its doors to you for exceptional visits on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. On the program: self-guided tours and a visit to the office of the current Minister of the Armed Forces, subject to registration. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at the Musée de la Libération de Paris: the program
For the Journées du Patrimoine, the Musée de la Libération de Paris - Musée du Général Leclerc - Musée Jean Moulin is offering free tours and other events on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. [Read more]

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Journées du Patrimoine 2024: historic monuments to discover in Paris and the Île-de-France region
The historic monuments of Paris and the Île-de-France region open their doors to you during the 41st European Heritage Days. This Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22, 2024, come and discover these jewels of history, through attractive programs for the whole family. [Read more]

Journées du Patrimoine 2024: superb secret, little-known or hidden places to discover in Paris
Thanks to the Journées du Patrimoine, you can also discover hidden, even secret, places in Paris and the Île-de-France region. On Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024, don't miss your chance to discover Paris's little-known heritage! [Read more]