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Archaeologists unearth Sarcophagus beneath Notre Dame Cathedral

In March 2022, archaeological excavations at the crossing of Notre-Dame Cathedral’s transept and nave uncovered a centuries-old lead sarcophagus. The excavations, conducted by France’s National ...

The Stained-Glass of Notre-Dame de Paris

One of the most well-known features of Notre-Dame de Paris are her expansive stained-glass windows, including the three magnificent rose windows. The Art of Stained ...

Notre-Dame Cathedral’s Interior Renovations

In early December, France’s National Heritage and Architecture Commission assessed proposed plans to decide how Notre-Dame de Paris’ interior will be renovated. In addition to ...

Basilica of the Shrine in Washington, DC Celebrates Special Mass to Present Donations Received for the Restoration of Notre-Dame Cathedral

On September 16, 2021, a special Mass in honor of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris was celebrated at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the ...

The Bells of Notre-Dame de Paris

One of the most famous features of Notre-Dame de Paris is her bells. They faithfully mark the hours and ring out to commemorate significant occasions. ...

May – The Month of Notre-Dame

Throughout the centuries, the month of May has been celebrated as the month of Mary, or Our Lady, in many religions. In Paris, this adoration ...

Notre-Dame de Paris Rebuilding Updates: January & February 2021

Since the new year, work on Notre-Dame de Paris is steadily progressing as we continue securing the structure of Notre-Dame Cathedral. We anticipate this work ...

Notre-Dame Cathedral’s Choir Statues

If you’ve ever visited Notre-Dame Cathedral, you must have noticed the many statues that adorn its interior. Looking specifically at the choir – the area ...

Choir sings in Notre-Dame for first time since 2019 fire

In December 2020, a choir – wearing hard hats – performed inside Notre-Dame Cathedral to celebrate the Christmas holiday. It was the first time a ...

Notre Dame Scaffolding Removal is Complete

The dismantling of the damaged scaffolding on Notre-Dame de Paris is officially complete since November 24! This essential operation was a key milestone of the ...
This is a screenshot taken from the Virtual Touring App built for Notre-Dame Cathedral to enable virtual touring during covid 19. The Virtual Touring App was developed by Columbia University

Virtual Tour of Notre Dame

Experience a virtual tour of Notre Dame Cathedral! The virtual tour of Notre Dame allows you to conduct your own visit to the spaces of ...

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