The French National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (Inrap) is organizing a series of archaeological events across the Hauts-de-France region as part of the European Heritage Days (JEP), scheduled for September 19 and 20, 2026. These events include open days, exhibitions, and conferences, offering the public a chance to explore various archaeological sites and recent discoveries. The events aim to raise awareness about the importance of preserving historical and cultural heritage while engaging the public in the process of archaeological research. In Amiens, the Saint-Acheul Archaeological Garden will host a family-friendly archaeological investigation activity focused on a site that has been illegally looted. Visitors will take part in an "archaeological investigation cell," where they can uncover clues about the site’s history. The event will take place on Saturday, September 19, from 13:30 to 17:30, and is free and open to the public. In Ribemont-sur-Ancre, the Archaeological Conservation and Research Center will open its doors for a special event. Activities include a presentation titled "Archaeochrono Iron Age" by Inrap, along with conferences, artifact discoveries, excavation pits, and educational workshops. The event will run from September 19 to 20, from 10:00 to 18:00, and is also free and open to the public. In Dunkerque, the Model Pavilion is hosting an exhibition to mark the 60th anniversary of the Dunkerque Port. Inrap will display a holographic presentation of objects found during preventive archaeology excavations in the Dunkerquois region. Interactive workshops led by Inrap archaeologists will also be available, explaining the stages of preventive archaeology. The exhibition runs from September 4 to 30, with specific events on the European Heritage Days on September 19 and 20, from 10:00 to 18:00, and is free and open to the public. In Coudekerque-Branche, a historical reenactment camp will run from September 18 to 20, covering historical periods from Antiquity to World War II. Inrap will participate by discussing archaeological discoveries in the Dunkerquois region and the role of archaeology in historical reenactment. The event is free and open to the public. In Bertincourt, a conference titled "A rural occupation from the Gallic period to the end of Antiquity at Ruyaulcourt" will be held on Saturday, September 19, at 17:00. Frédéric Simon, head of archaeological research, and his team will present findings from an excavation conducted in 2024 at Ruyaulcourt, which is part of the future Seine-Nord Europe Canal project. The event is free and open to the public. In Sermaize, a conference on archaeological excavations will take place on Saturday, September 19, at 17:00. Louis Florin, head of the operation, and Victor Viquesnel-Schlosser, a ceramicist, will present findings from an excavation that took place between August 2025 and July 2026. The excavation uncovered an exceptional ceramic production workshop on a site spanning 20,000 m², conducted in the context of future developments of the Seine-Nord Europe Canal. The event is free and open to the public. The European Heritage Days 2026 will focus on the themes "Photography Heritage" and "Endangered Heritage: Revive, Resist, Reimagine," highlighting the role of photography in preserving cultural heritage and the importance of protecting endangered historical sites.