Fondation Dosne-Thiers, Historical research library in 9th arrondissement, Paris, France.
The Fondation Dosne-Thiers occupies the Hôtel Dosne-Thiers building at 27 Place Saint-Georges, containing extensive collections of French historical documents and artifacts.
The structure, built in 1873 by architect Alfred-Philibert Aldrophe, replaced the previous mansion that was destroyed during the Paris Commune events.
The library maintains 150,000 volumes, 30,000 prints, 1,000 drawings, and 3,000 manuscripts focusing on French history from 1789 to 1900.
Access to the foundation requires obtaining recommendations from a member of the Institut de France and scheduling appointments for research purposes.
The foundation houses one of the largest collections worldwide dedicated to the First French Empire, inherited from historian Frédéric Masson.
Location: 9th arrondissement of Paris
Founders: Félicie Dosne
Website: https://fondation-dosne-thiers.fr
GPS coordinates: 48.87855,2.33796
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
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