Meeting regarding the proposal for the Panthéonization of Samuel Paty

Name: Meeting regarding the proposal for the Panthéonization of Samuel Paty
Start: 2026-10-13T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-10-13T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Mairie du 10e arrondissement

History and civic duty intersect in this thoughtful discussion regarding the potential inclusion of Samuel Paty's legacy in the Pantheon. Through the perspectives of an historian and an actor, explore the weight of this tribute and its profound significance for educators today. Join a collective moment of reflection in the heart of the city to keep the spirit of intellectual freedom alive.

Mairie du 10e arrondissement (Paris 10th)

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On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, the 10th arrondissement City Hall hosts a public discussion regarding the proposed induction of Samuel Paty into the Panthéon. This event brings together citizens to explore the significance of this potential tribute in honor of the teacher's commitment to free speech and critical thinking. Featuring insights from historian Joëlle Alazard and actor Antoine Reinartz, the session serves as both a moment of remembrance and a call for ongoing civic engagement. Admission is free for all attendees, and the venue's Salle des Fêtes is fully accessible to wheelchair users.

On October 16, 2020, Samuel Paty was assassinated for having defended, as he did every day in his classroom, freedom of expression and critical thinking. Since then, a request has been made for his name to enter the Panthéon, alongside those who have marked the history of the Republic.

This meeting will be an opportunity to recall why this recognition is necessary, and what message it would convey for the teaching profession as a whole and for the defense of freedom of expression.

Joëlle Alazard, historian and president of the Association of History-Geography Professors, will share her insights on the historical and civic stakes of this request. Antoine Reinartz, who portrayed Samuel Paty on screen in Vincent Garenq's film L'Abandon, will testify to what this role taught him about the man and the teacher.

A moment of remembrance and mobilization, so that this request for Panthéonization does not remain unanswered.

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Tuesday, October 13, 2026
7:00 PM
Salle des Fêtes, 10th Arrondissement Town Hall
Free entry

Our take on this event

The 10th arrondissement City Hall invites the public to a dedicated meeting on October 13, 2026, from 19:00 to 21:00. This gathering focuses on the campaign to honor Samuel Paty by inducting him into the Panthéon, a gesture intended to recognize his dedication to the values of the Republic and his defense of free expression following his tragic death in 2020.

Historian Joëlle Alazard, president of the Association of History-Geography Professors, will provide a detailed look at the historical context of this request. The evening also features actor Antoine Reinartz, who portrayed Samuel Paty in the film L'Abandon, to share what his experience playing the professor revealed about the man's legacy.

The event is open to everyone free of charge. The Salle des Fêtes is designed to be accessible to wheelchair users, ensuring an inclusive environment for all guests who wish to attend this session of remembrance and mobilization.

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