Once again this year, for the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), the Archives Nationales, located in Saint-Denis (formerly part of the former commune of Pierrefitte-sur-Seine), are opening their doors to us on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025, to let us discover their workings, their history, and the secrets kept behind these walls.
Under the authority of the French Ministry of Culture, the National Archives are responsible for collecting, preserving, restoring and promoting the documents of public bodies, in order to keep a documented record of thehistory of France since the 7th century. There are several conservation sites in France, but the head office is located in Pierrefitte-sur-Seine, a commune now absorbed by the town of Saint-Denis, in the Seine-Saint-Denis region. On its website, the institution states that " the Pierrefitte-sur-Seine site preserves archives dating from after the French Revolution and archives of private origin. "
To find out more about this institution, which dates back to 1790, come to Pierrefitte for the Journées du Patrimoine. What better way to discover France's past than at this major cultural event, which showcases the country's historical treasures?
Aucun événement annoncé à ce jour, le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.
It promises to be an exciting program. Happy Heritage Days in Seine-Saint-Denis!
Dates and Opening Time
From September 20, 2025 to September 21, 2025
Location
Archives nationales - Pierrefitte site
59 Rue Guynemer
93200 Saint Denis
Access
Line 13, Saint Denis-Université metro station
Prices
Free
Official website
www.archives-nationales.culture.gouv.fr
