The Journées du Patrimoine are back again. This key event of the month of September takes over Paris and the surrounding region, offering a vast program of cultural, unusual and exciting visits to the four corners of the Île-de-France region.
The general public is invited to explore heritage in all its guises, at the heart of must-see monuments, royal castles, secret spots, or even places that are usually inaccessible. History, art, medicine, fashion, crafts, terroir and much more, it's hard not to find a plan to match your passions.
If you’re fascinated by the world of media, then we’ll meet in Bry-sur-Marne, in the Val-de-Marne, where the INA, the National Audiovisual Institute, will exceptionally open its doors. Here, we dive into the French audiovisual heritage and set off to discover the behind-the-scenes of this iconic institution and its archives through a special program. Save the weekend of 19–20 September 2026 for this immersion in the History of television.
Visit to the National Audiovisual Institute
The European Heritage Days program
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Saturday, September 19 & Sunday, September 20
Entry free and without prior registration; self-guided visits to the workshops offered.
Memory of the Media: the history of diffusion formats
From physical media to digital storage
Trace the evolution of diffusion formats across decades, from film reels to data centers—an automated, secure space where the INA’s digitized archives are preserved.
Exploring written archives
Did you know the INA also preserves written archives?
Models, sketches, and working documents from twelve costume designers for television: a unique collection kept by the INA. This selection also illustrates how these archives are used in today’s image recolorization processes.
INA Podcasts, a selection available to listen to
A podcast offering designed for both young and old
Take a family break. Sit back and enjoy a curated selection of INA podcasts, while the youngest visitors enjoy a cozy space with coloring activities and lively animal stories.
INA madelen, a selection of programs on the big screen
(re)discover programs that have shaped generations
Morning: two musical documentaries tracing the careers of Véronique Sanson and Renaud
Afternoon: a curated lineup of cult series: Maguy, Charlie’s Angels, Le Saint, Il était une fois… these odd objects…
Workshops to decode and understand current affairs
Saturday: join Lumni Enseignement for several workshops exploring INA’s media and archives.
10:30 am: test your general knowledge with a quiz
11:30 am: view previously unreleased footage from Actualités françaises
2:30 pm and 3:30 pm: understand and dissect the news
Sunday: 11:00 am, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Learn to harness INA data with data.ina.fr, the site that uses AI to explore the media and illuminate key current events.
The Document Specialists’ Challenge: test your archive knowledge
Through a quiz, discover the profession of the archivist and travel into the heart of 25 million hours of programs preserved by the Institute. An illuminating immersion into the creation of our audiovisual memory.
Behind the Scenes of Music Mixing in a Recording Studio
The secrets of a successful mix
Recording studio: INA Campus teams reveal the key steps in music mixing.
Preserving the Acoustic Memory: the Restoration Challenges
Saturday: Venture behind the scenes of sound restoration—how to revive old sounds and reintroduce them to the screen.
Sunday: How does a radio archive become a podcast? Follow the stages of sound restoration, from preserving recordings to broadcasting them in new formats.
Step into the Image: the Green Screen Experience
Discover the backstage of a TV set and slip into the shoes of a host or weather presenter thanks to the magic of the green screen.
On-Set: INA Campus Info Desk
Chat with the INA Campus teams about media and digital training and careers
Explore an active filming set used by INA Campus for its training programs. A prime opportunity to meet our teams, explore our pathways, and ask any questions.
Video Restoration: How to Bring Images Back to Life?
Breathing new life into images: techniques and expertise
Thanks to innovative restoration techniques, see how degraded footage is repaired and restored by our teams.
INA Shop
Selection of books, vinyl, CDs, DVDs, and madelen gift cards.
Blind Test: Iconic TV Intros — can you identify them all?
Can you recognize the television signatures that defined the last few decades? Test your knowledge and win great prizes!
>& Cafeteria, Food Truck & on-site photo activities!
Participation requirements: Free | No booking required
Hours: Saturday, September 19, 2026 – 10:00 to 18:00 | Sunday, September 20, 2026 – 10:00 to 18:00
Dates and Opening Time
From September 19, 2026 to September 20, 2026
Location
INA, French National Audiovisual Institute
18 Avenue des Frères Lumière
94360 Bry sur Marne
Route planner
Prices
Free
Official website
www.ina.fr
