Timeless Restoration

A vintage-looking sign hangs from the ceiling, labeled 'Preservation Hall.' The sign is made of metal, with an aged patina suggesting history and tradition. A blue flag with a white design can be seen flying in the background against a wooden structure with ornate scrollwork.

Local Workshops

Hands-on restoration workshops led by experts help locals learn traditional building crafts.
A quaint village street is lined with traditional European architecture, featuring slate-roofed buildings and timber framing. A church steeple rises in the background against a backdrop of lush green hills and trees, conveying a picturesque and serene rural setting.

Heritage Trails

Marked trails invite visitors to uncover stories hidden within the Perche’s ancient villages.
A historic site featuring ancient Roman ruins with tall stone columns in the foreground. In the background, various classical buildings are visible, including a large white structure adorned with statues. The area is surrounded by greenery, and the scene is lit by daylight, casting shadows across the site.

Community Events

Seasonal fairs bring everyone together to celebrate Perche’s rich cultural heritage.
A festive outdoor gathering with a focus on cultural attire and traditional activities. Several individuals are dressed in colorful and patterned clothing, engaging in a celebration. One person is prominently holding a decorative container with flowers and grass. A diverse group of people seems to be enjoying the event.

Heritage Trails

Our archive safeguards old maps, documents, and photos that tell the Perche’s story.

Our Heritage

Snapshots capturing the spirit and stories of Hauts du Perche.

A village is nestled in a hilly landscape with terraced fields and whitewashed buildings. The houses are closely packed, featuring both modern and traditional architectural styles. White sheets or flags are hanging and slightly blurred in the foreground, framing the scene. The image conveys a sense of rural life and community.
Intricate stone carvings adorn a facade rich with lattice work and detailed ornamentation, highlighting traditional architectural craftsmanship. The structure features geometric patterns and arched designs, suggestive of historical and cultural significance.
A cluster of traditional thatched-roof houses set among lush green trees. The architectural style is indicative of a historic or cultural village with buildings nestled into a hillside. The scene is serene, with a mixture of natural elements surrounding the structures, including trees and bushes.
A rural hillside features traditional houses with sloped roofs surrounded by lush green vegetation. The landscape includes a mix of trees and bushes with a rugged, dry hill rising in the background.

Our Story

Patrimoine Perche brings the rich heritage of Hauts du Perche to life, connecting past and present.
Several traditional alpine houses are nestled at the base of a forested hill. The buildings feature white facades and wooden elements, with a placard reading 'Door of History' visible on one structure. Bare trees and autumn foliage frame the scene, contributing to a serene and historic atmosphere.
A large crowd gathered in front of a historic structure under restoration, with scaffolding visible. People are celebrating, waving red flags with a white emblem, likely during a festival. Traditional architecture is surrounding the scene, and individuals are capturing the event with their phones.

Our Home

Heart of the Perche hills

The Area

697 Hilltop Street, Springfield, MA, USA

The Charm

9am – 6pm