Monument Jeu d'Enfant 2025: a family art weekend at the Hôtel de la Marine in Paris

For the first weekend of the All Saints' vacation season, parents and children are taking part in a not-to-be-missed event that's as much fun as ever: Monument Jeu d'Enfant. Numerous monuments across France are opening their doors to curious youngsters, to help them discover our exceptional heritage in a fun and educational way.

This year, on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th October 2025, we'll be visiting theHôtel de la Marine in the heart of Paris. This magnificent monument invites us to discover its history through various tours and workshops for the whole family, revealing all the secrets of the place.

Located on Place de la Concorde, the Hôtel de la Marine was originally designed as a furniture depository for the Kings of France. After the French Revolution, this exceptional setting was used as offices for the Ministry of the Navy. It wasn't until 2015 that the Navy left the premises. The buildings were then restored and opened to the public as a national monument and exhibition space.

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Advance reservations are required to take part in the activities offered by the Hôtel de la Marine during this event. Get your tickets now to make sure you don't miss out on any of these fun activities, which should delight the whole family.

Here's the program for this weekend of discoveries at the Hôtel de la Marine:

La boîte à motifs
A memorable family weekend at the Hôtel de la Marine.
Reservations at www.hotel-de-la-marine.paris

• October 18 and 19, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  LE TAMPON COURONNÉ
  Just as 18th-century craftsmen affixed a crowned double G to furniture preserved at the Garde-Meuble, make your mark with a selection of ink stamps inspired by the motifs and history of the premises.
  Workshop by Collectif Article 4.
  Ages 7 and up
  Free access
  Cour de l'Intendant
  
  
• October 18 at 10:45 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
  October 19 at 10:45 a.m. and 2 p.m.
  FLEURS EN SÉRI(GRAPHIE)
  As a family, plunge into the colorful world of silkscreen printing and discover this ancestral printing technique. Young and old alike will create a beautiful napkin, inspired by the floral motifs of the Intendants' Apartments.
  Workshop by Collectif Article 4.
  Ages 8 and up
  Duration: 1h30
  Free for under-26s, €16 for adults
  
  
• October 18, 11 a.m.
  LIFT THE INK: INITIATION TO DRAWING
  Join the whole family for an introduction to drawing in the Salons d'apparat!
  From age 6
  Duration: 1h30
  Free for under-26s, €12 for adults
  
  
• October 19 at 11 a.m.
  COMME UN POISSON DANS L'EAU : INITIATION À L'AQUARELLE
  Fish, shells, anchors and mermaids will be your sources of inspiration during this family workshop in the heart of the sumptuous decor of the Salons d'apparat.
  From age 10
  Duration: 1h30
  Free for under-26s, €12 for adults
  
  
• October 18, 2:30 pm
  THE DECORS OF THE INTENDANTS' LIVING ROOMS AT THE LOUPE
  As a family, immerse yourself in the daily life of the Intendants of the Garde-Meuble de la Couronne, on the eve of the French Revolution, and marvel at the elegance and refinement of their living environment.
  From age 6
  Duration: 1h30
  Free for under-26s, €17 for adults
  
  
• October 19, 3pm
  THE HISTORY OF THE HÔTEL DE LA MARINE
  Discover the sumptuous decor of the Hôtel de la Marine as a family, and take in the monument's history with your eyes wide open!
  From age 6
  Duration: 1h30
  Free for children under 26, €9 for adults