Inrap, a French organization responsible for archaeological research, is hosting a series of events in Guadeloupe as part of the European Heritage Days (JEP), taking place on Saturday, September 19, and Sunday, September 20, 2026. These events aim to increase public awareness of archaeology and the region’s historical heritage. One of the highlights is the opening of the archaeological center in Basse-Terre, where visitors can meet archaeologists, observe their work, and explore discovery stands showcasing tools and methods used in the field, such as photogrammetry and 3D technology. Participants will also have the opportunity to view archaeological artifacts. The event will be held on Saturday at multiple times: 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., and 4 p.m. The site will be closed between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. School groups are welcome on Friday, September 18, and the visit will last one hour. Admission is free, but visitors must make an appointment in advance. Parking is not available on-site, and attendees are encouraged to park in surrounding streets. The Preventive Archaeological Research Center Inrap of Basse-Terre is located at 77 rue Melvil Bloncourt, 97100 Basse-Terre. On Friday, September 18, at 6:30 p.m., a conference titled "L'habitation Belle-Allée at Saint-François: History and archaeology of a sugar plantation house from the end of the 17th to the 19th century" will be presented by Alexandre Coulaud, an archaeologist at Inrap. This event is part of a monthly series held at Fort Louis Delgrès in partnership with Inrap, aimed at sharing knowledge about the archaeology of the colonial period in Guadeloupe and the Caribbean. The conference will discuss the results of an archaeological survey conducted in 2017 before a development project at Belle-Allée, northwest of Saint-François. The survey led to the (re)discovery of a large sugar plantation house. The event will take place at Fort Delgrès, located on Charles Houel Street, 97100 Basse-Terre, and will be free to attend. The European Heritage Days 2026 will take place across France, featuring a variety of events such as open days at excavation sites, exhibitions, and public meetings. This year’s edition will focus on two main themes: "Heritage of photography," highlighting the role of photography in preserving cultural history, and "Heritage in danger: revive, resist, reimagine," addressing the challenges faced by endangered cultural sites and the efforts to protect and restore them. These themes aim to encourage public engagement with heritage and raise awareness about the importance of preserving historical and cultural legacies for future generations.