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The main aims of the show
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To promote quality craftsmanship and expertise |
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To set up and develop meetings between craftsmen and potential clients |
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To expand the French export market |
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To inform and educate future generations, pass on skills and know-how |
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To raise public awareness about the importance of preserving and promoting the heritage of private and public property |
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To present the various political orientations regarding heritage |
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A National, European and International Calling |
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Aware of the economic and cultural concerns, as well as their rich heritage, regions and local authorities choose the Heritage Show as a venue for presenting their heritage policy. In 2008, the event has grown to become the International Heritage Show (Salon International du Patrimoine Culturel) strengthening its place at the heart of a European and international cultural area by hosting national pavilions and increasing the presence of companies from abroad. |
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The Exhibitors |
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Restorers and craftsmen wood, leather, stringed-instruments, marquetry, metals, paper, paint, stone, tapestry, textile, glass, stained-glass windows…
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Decision-makers and Project Managers architects, project managers, curators, entrepreneurs, trade organisations, town planners,…
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Suppliers of materials and products for movable and immovable assets fine arts, tiling, framework/structure, paving, gilding, cabinetmaking, coatings, granite, ironwork, marble, mortarwork, freestone and reconstituted stone, resin, locksmithing, earthenware, varnish… |
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Training and Education |
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New Technologies and Advanced Materials Research workers, scientists, research centres, laboratories, new processes, photogrammetry, dehumidification, waterproofing, hygrometry, computer technology, heat and sound insulation, topography, land improvement,… |
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Museum materials and equipment audio guides, lighting systems, reproductions, models, signage, display cases… |
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Service suppliers |
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Publishers and media |
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Regions, local authorities and institutions |
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Associations |
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The Visitors
Heritage networks and institutional representatives: architects,
curators, persons in charge of heritage
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Antique dealers, experts, private and public
property owners, collectors
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The networks linked to the themes of the year |
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The general public, amateurs and enthusiasts, seeking
solutions to their restoration problems
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Young people in search of vocational training
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Our Partners
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The Theme of the Year
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The French Ministère de la Culture et de la Communication, and the Secrétariat d'Etat chargé du Commerce, de l'Artisanat, des Petites et Moyennes Entreprises, du Tourisme et des Services havelent their support to the show from the very beginning.
Since 2001, the reputation of the show has been endorsed through patronage of the President of the Republic.
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Each year, a special theme gives the show a particular focus and in this way brings in new exhibitors and visitors, new media and promotional input, as well as a ready set of questions to explore and discuss.Past years focused on themes such as: Heritage and Gardens, Religion, Industry, Tourism, Our Rural Heritage, Heritage and the Performing Arts, and Heritage and Water…
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Themes for 2008:
“Heritage & Sponsorship”
“Heritage & Cultural Tourism” |
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The Opening Evening
Held on the evening before the show opens to the public, inaugurated by leading personalities, this soirée is a particularly privileged and popular moment.
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The Awards Winners
The show is now favoured by organizations and cultural institutions to honour quality work.
Awards are thus bestowed each year on craftsmen,
companies, sites, property owners, journalists, archaeologists… |
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Discussions and Seminars
Long awaited throughout the year, the discussions and seminars held during the fair are organised by exhibitors: researchers, experts and specialists inform the fair-going public about topical issues, related to the theme of the year and debate heritage issues.
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Educational Workshops
Fun and educational, the workshops carried out with the support of the DCASPL (Direction des Entreprises commerciales, artisanales et de Services et des Professions Libérales), offers young participants a concrete approach to the heritage crafts and raises their awareness to the value and quality of their environment.
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The Show in Figures
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Practical Guide
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Since 1995
241,487 visitors
3,111 exhibitors
314 conferences
Participation of major institutions:
12 regions and several dozen cities and local authorities
International participation:
Germany, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Spain, Finland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Portugal, Russia…
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When: |
in November, for 4 days
6 - 9 November 2008
Evening preview: Wednesday 5 November |
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Where: |
Carrousel du Louvre, Paris
99 rue de Rivoli – 75001 Paris |
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Number of visitors in 2007: |
19,177 |
Number of exhibitors expected in 2008:
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about 250 |
Surface area: |
3,000 square metres |
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Exhibitor Relations: |
tel. +33 (0)1 49 53 27 31/24 |
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