Heritage Days 2026: a special opening of Hôtel Pereire — Del Duca Foundation

A quick dip into Parisian heritage this weekend? That’s what the Journées du Patrimoine have in store for a weekend of exploration. Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026, head to the Hôtel Pereire, now home to the Fondation Del Duca, for a delightful journey through history.

To step through the doors of theHôtel Pereire is to discover a world marked by the past. This private mansion, a witness to France's economic and cultural history, offers an exceptional tour of its rich past. From the creation of the Parc Monceau by the Pereire brothers, to the philanthropic history of the Simone and Cino Del Duca Foundation, every nook and cranny tells a page of Parisian heritage.

From the Pereire brothers to the Del Ducas: A journey through time

• Emile and Isaac Pereire: These visionary brothers shaped 19th-century French finance and infrastructure. Leaders of iconic companies like the Paris to Saint-Germain Railway and Crédit Mobilier, they also made their mark in real estate with the creation of Parc Monceau.
• Emile Pereire House: Built between 1879 and 1881, this elegant residence is a tribute to classic architecture. Designed by William Bouwens van der Boijen, it stands as a true architectural gem.
• Former inhabitants: From the post-Liberation Steel Industry Directorate to Charbonnages de France, this historic building has hosted a variety of organizations before becoming the home of the Cino and Simone Del Duca Foundation.

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Heritage Days program at Hôtel Pereire 2026 in Paris:

• Special opening of the Pereire Hotel

  Exceptional opening of the Hôtel Pereire, home of the Simone et Cino Del Duca Foundation

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  For the 4th edition of European Heritage Days on September 19 and 20, 2026, the Simone et Cino Del Duca Foundation – Institut de France opens the doors of its headquarters to the public free of charge. This 19th-century townhouse sits at 10 rue Alfred de Vigny, in Paris’s 8th arrondissement.

  The Hôtel Pereire offers a glimpse into Haussmann-era elegance: salons, a terrace overlooking Parc Monceau… a setting of rare public access.

  Free admission, no booking required, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  ### From the Pereire family to the Del Duca Foundation: A journey through time

  • Émile and Isaac Pereire: Visionaries who shaped 19th‑century France’s economy. Leaders of iconic ventures such as the Paris–Saint-Germain railway company and the Crédit Mobilier, they also left their mark on the city’s real estate by developing the Monceau park district.

  • The Hôtel d’Émile II Pereire (son of Émile Pereire): Built between 1879 and 1881, this elegant residence is a tribute to classical architecture. Its design, by William Bouwens van der Boijen, is a true architectural gem.

  • A succession of occupants: From the post‑Liberation steel industry ministry to Charbonnages de France, the hotel has hosted many tenants before becoming the seat of the Simone et Cino Del Duca Foundation in 1975.

  Website: https://www.fondation-del-duca.fr/

  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fondationdelduca/

  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fondation-simone-et-cino-del-duca-institut-de-france/

  Participation requirements: Free admission - No reservation required | Free | No booking

  Hours: Saturday, September 19, 2026 ⤏ 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Sunday, September 20, 2026 ⤏ 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Another Parisian treasure that will hold no secrets for you!

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