Prisoners - The Last Years of Saint-Lazare Prison 1919-1932 # Guided Tours

From 1919 to 1932, the walls of Saint-Lazare prison witnessed the final years of detention for thousands of women. The Françoise Sagan Media Library in Paris unveils this late and little-known period. This unprecedented presentation reconstructs the daily lives, struggles, and hopes of these prisoners, offering a unique insight into the social and penal history of Paris. Archives, photographs and testimonies give voice to these forgotten female destinies. The exhibition is visible from September 17th to December 13th. Special guided tours, privileged moments to delve deeper into this captivating past, are offered on September 19th and 20th, 2026. A rare opportunity to connect with history.