In the small town of Chauvigny, located in the Vienne department of central France, a restoration project has been launched to repair the verrière—essentially a glass structure or stained glass—of the Gouzon keep. The city recently announced the start of the restoration work and has begun appealing to businesses and individuals for donations to support the effort. As of now, the fundraising campaign has raised 900 euros, a modest sum given the scale of the project. The Gouzon keep, built between the 11th and 13th centuries, is one of the five medieval strongholds that once protected the city. A structural assessment conducted in 2025 revealed significant deterioration, largely due to design flaws that have worsened over the past thirty years. Issues such as repeated leaks have caused discoloration of the stone and water damage in lower levels and staircases, threatening both the structure and its historical value. To address these problems, the city has initiated work on the verrière, which is a unique feature of the keep. This structure, created by architect designer Sylvain Dubuisson, is a contemporary addition that stands out as no other Roman-style keep in France has such a verrière. The restoration will involve using a crane to replace the glass panels, which are located 20 meters above the ground. The goal is to preserve this modern architectural feature while ensuring the long-term stability of the historic keep. The Gouzon keep is open to the public all year and serves as a cultural and educational space, highlighting Chauvigny’s industrial heritage, including its history of stone quarrying and porcelain production. It also hosts various thematic exhibitions on archaeology, science, and ethnography, making it a valuable asset for both residents and visitors. The ongoing restoration efforts aim to ensure that this historic site continues to serve its educational and cultural purposes for years to come.