Applying traditional reconstruction methods in Medieval castles: CHAM
France (different sites across National Territory)Lead
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Background
Chantiers Histoire& Architecture Mediévales (C.H.A.M) is a national non-profit association founded in 1980 whose mission is to promote the conservation and preservation of historical buildings through educational and volunteering activities involving voluntary worksites, summer schools, integration programmes, technical training courses and lectures. It trains volunteers in ancient arts such as traditional stonemasonry and bricklaying techniques while at the same time provides them an understanding of what are the mayor risks to cultural heritage assets.
C.H.A.M is approved by the Ministry of Culture, with national Youth and Popular Education certification and the endorsement of the Civic Service Agency. In 2018 it was awarded the European Year of Cultural Heritage seal of approval. It currently operates in more than 150 sites.
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For more information on C.H.A.M, visit: https://www.cham.asso.fr/les-chantiers-cham
C.H.A.M makes part of the Fondation Du Patrimoine, a French foundation currently supporting 1891 restoration and conservation projects in national and international locations. More information can be found here: https://www.fondation-patrimoine.org/fondation-du-patrimoine/qui-sommes-nous
