École d'Avignon, Training center for architectural heritage in Avignon, France
Description
The École d'Avignon is a training center for architectural heritage located in the Hôtel du Roi René building. The center teaches specialized knowledge in restoration techniques and traditional construction methods to various professional groups.
History
The center was founded in 1983 through initiatives of the Ministry of Culture and occupies a former cardinal's palace. The building later served as a royal residence and Ursuline convent before becoming a training school.
Culture
The school keeps alive traditional craftsmanship and construction methods passed down through generations. You can see how historic restoration techniques remain relevant in modern conservation work and influence how people approach building repair today.
Practical
Courses target architects, local authority representatives, and construction specialists who want to deepen their expertise. Training sessions typically last between 2 and 5 days and cover technical, economic, and legal aspects of restoration work.
Did you know?
The center conducts technical consultations for local authorities and creates diagnostic reports and heritage inventories. This work combines teaching with practical support for local building preservation projects.
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