JOURNÉES DU PATRIMOINE AU COUVENT DES DOMINICAINS
The European Heritage Days are an opportunity for the curious and history-loving to (re)discover Toulouse's rich heritage.
An important example of the post-World War II revival of sacred art, and of a new conception of convent architecture, this complex was built by brothers Joachim and Pierre Génard, and Jean Auproux between 1954 and 1960. The materials used blend tradition (pebble masonry) and modernity (raw concrete). The church has a vast volume divided into bays marked by large rough-cast concrete porticoes. The brothers' building features "sunshades". Numerous artists, glassmakers, painters and ceramists were involved in creating the decor. This vast jewel of Toulouse's heritage is still occupied.
This weekend, it opens its doors to you!
Let yourself be tempted by a guided tour and discover a unique place of spiritual life and heritage in the company of a monk from the convent. You'll enter the church, refectory, library, galleries and garden, offering superb views of the convent?s architecture.
Details of the program and timetable can be found on the official European Heritage Days website.