Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: La Ruche, discover the hidden artists' city in the 15th arrondissement

This autumn, get ready for an avalanche of cultural bargains with the return of the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, on September 20 and 21, 2025! Good deals? That's right, because for an entire weekend, monuments, museums, châteaux and even addresses usually inaccessible to the public will be opening their doors free of charge! While exceptional guided tours immerse you in the fascinating history of the City of Light, exhibitions and artistic performances enliven the streets. The event even offers the chance to discover artisan workshops, take part in demonstrations of traditional crafts, and attend open-air concerts. So don't wait any longer and join this exciting celebration of the city's living history!

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And, surprise! Some little-known places are unveiled during the Journées du Patrimoine 2025. Such is the case of La Ruche Seydoux. A veritable artistic oasis nestled in the heart ofParis's 15th arrondissement, it was built in 1902 by sculptor Alfred Boucher, using materials from the 1900 Universal Exhibition. From the outset, La Ruche has attracted artists from all over the world! Talents such as Chagall, Modigliani and Soutine found inspiration within its walls. In 1973, when the city was threatened with destruction, the Fondation La Ruche-Seydoux was born, under the impetus of Bernard Anthonioz, Geneviève and René Seydoux. Today, some fiftyartists continue to breathe life into this emblematic space, perpetuating Alfred Boucher's vision and remaining open to all art forms.

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Journées du Patrimoine 2025 program at the Fondation La Ruche Seydoux :

• Guided tour of La Ruche Cité d'artistes
  Saturday, September 20, 2025 - 09:30 ⤏ 18:30 | Sunday, September 21, 2025 - 09:30 ⤏ 18:30
  

  Guided tour of La Ruche, Cité d'artistes

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  The tour includes a visit to La Rotonde, the emblematic building of La Ruche, the gardens and the group exhibition of La Ruche artists.