Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris: street art takes center stage at the Musée du Parfum Fragonard

The European Heritage Days are back in Paris for their 40th edition, from September 16 to 17, 2023. An opportunity to discover or rediscover the Musée du Parfum Fragonard through an unusual olfactory experience.

The Heritage Days are set to take over Paris on the weekend of September 16th and 17th, 2023. It’s the perfect opportunity to see the city from a fresh perspective and indulge in a wealth of cultural finds. And this year marks the 40th anniversary—so why not treat yourself to something a little different? Our top recommendation: an unconventional tour of the Fragonard Perfume Museum.

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Just a short walk from the Opéra Garnier, this offbeat museum in Paris offers a captivating journey into the world of perfume. Often celebrated as an art form, fragrance has a history that goes way back. At the Fragonard Museum, you can explore the history of perfumery, from ancient times through the 20th century—and beyond.

Here, you'll also get an inside look at the entire process of creating a perfume. From selecting the raw ingredients to bottling—covering everything from distillation to the design of the bottles—you'll quickly become an expert on the subject! Step into a room that captures the atmosphere of a perfume factory, stroll among the stills and distillation equipment, then test your sense of smell and awaken your sensory perception in the olfaction zone.

2023 Heritage Days Program at the Fragonard Perfume Museum:

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An unmissable event for fragrance enthusiasts and art lovers alike!