Construction of church 1830 (≈ 1830)
Initial edification of the religious monument.
1877
Achievement of ceiling
Achievement of ceiling 1877 (≈ 1877)
Unique ceiling created by Faucigny.
14 décembre 1989
Registration Historic Monument
Registration Historic Monument 14 décembre 1989 (≈ 1989)
Official protection of the building.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Church (Doc. A 91): Registration by decree of 14 December 1989
Key figures
Faucigny - Craftsman
Author of the ceiling in 1877.
Origin and history
The Notre-Dame-de-la-Nativity church, located in Ducos, Martinique, was built in 1830. It embodies a religious heritage emblematic of 19th century architecture and local craftsmanship. Its inscription as Historic Monument in 1989 underlines its cultural and historical importance for the municipality and the island.
The church ceiling, created in 1877 by artisan Faucigny, is a remarkable and unique element in Martinique. This work illustrates an exceptional craftsmanship, representative of the techniques and decorative style of the 19th century. The building, owned by the municipality, remains a place of worship and a testimony of local history.
The church is located on Rue Joseph Amant, at the intersection of Rue J.-Lagrosillière and Place Eloi-Virginie. Its precise location, validated by GPS coordinates, makes it a central landmark in Ducos' urban landscape. The building is open for visit, although the exact practical information is not detailed in the available sources.
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