Organized by the Institut National des Métiers d'Art, the Journées européennes des métiers d'art (JEMA) aims to promote know-how, art and craft trades, and encourage vocations throughout Europe and France.
The 2025 edition is dedicated to the theme of "Trait d'union". This year's event is an opportunity for the general public to get their hands dirty, and experience the touch and feel of art and craft.
The public at large will have the opportunity to discover a wide range of arts and crafts all over France, thanks to the exceptional openings of artists' studios.
Take your pick from the many events taking place in Seine-Saint-Denis over the JEMA weekend. Even if some workshops are closed during the Journées, you can consult their page and contact them afterwards.
The 2025 program of workshops to visit during JEMA is currently being updated. In the meantime, check out the highlights of last year's event.
JEMA 2025 program in Bagnolet, Montreuil, Noisy... (Est Ensemble website - French)
A number of new urban strolls are proposed for JEMA, linking different creative venues in Aubervilliers and Saint-Denis:
A guided tour of two artistic venues, L'orfèvrerie and 6b in Saint-Denis, via the Saint-Denis canal. Guided tour by Brigitte from Incredible Paris. Thursday, April 3 at 2pm. Registration on Explore Paris.
Stroll from 19M Chanel to creative places in Aubervilliers (art galleries, street-art and know-how) guided by Valeria Pitchouguina. Thursday April 3 at 3pm. Registration on Explore Paris - 19M
Stroll from industrial wastelands to artistic nurseries, La Briche and 6b, guided by Rebecca from Paris Flâneur. Friday April 4, 2pm. Registration on Explore Paris.
Stroll around alternative cultural third places in Aubervilliers, guided by Eric Belloc. Sunday, April 6 at 2pm. Registration on Explore Paris.
Some artisans introduce you to their favorite techniques in fun workshops open to all.
Atelier de maroquinerie Suzanne Gil in Montreuil - Take part in a free key ring-making workshop open to everyone aged 6 and over.
Saturday April 5 and Sunday April 6, 2025 from 10am to 6pm. Address: 44 rue de la Ferme 93100 Montreuil. Infos : www.suzannegil.com
Atelier des Tissages in Paris 20: discovery and introductions
Free introductions to weaving on various looms:
Saturday April 5, 2025 and Sunday April 6, 2025 from 10am to 6pm (closed from 12pm to 1pm). Saturday and Sunday workshop times: 1pm-2pm and 4pm-5pm - frame loom weaving. 2pm-3pm and 5pm-6pm - weaving on reed loom. 45 rue Saint Blaise - 75020 Paris. Contact l'atelier des tissages to reserve places.
The Journées Européennes des Métiers d'Art are an opportunity to enter the workshops of designers and craftsmen usually closed to the public. Discover our selection of places to visit and artisans to meet during JEMA in Seine-Saint-Denis.
Artisans from La Maison Revel in Pantin open their workshops on April 5 and 6 from 11am to 6pm:
Une terre translucide aux échos d'eau marine / Ceramist in Montreuil
Free admission Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7.30 p.m. Address: Atelier Murmur, 6 rue du progrès - 93100 Montreuil. Information : https://www.instagram.com/ateliermurmur
Visit the full JEMA - Journées Européennes des Métiers d'Art programme on the official website. Enter "Seine-Saint-Denis" in the search box.
In addition, all year round, discover the (paying) tours of craftsmen's and companies' skills on the ExploreParis platform!
Art studio tours of Greater Paris
Don't miss the 19M 's exhibitions on the work of the "little hands" of the major fashion houses, and its Paris outings in April.
Getting there
Saint-Denis - Porte de Paris Basilique de Saint-Denis
Saint-Denis - Porte de Paris Pierre De Geyter
Cimetière de Saint-Denis Basilique de Saint-Denis Marché de Saint-Denis
Marché de Saint-Denis Théâtre Gérard Philipe
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