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Origin and history

The Orgemont pigeon house, located in Gonesse, Île-de-France, dates from the 14th and 15th centuries, although it is the only vestige of an architectural complex rebuilt in the 18th century. This dovecote, which had about 1800 bolts, belonged to a U-shaped estate, supplemented by a radiant aisle park including a cooler. Its architecture reflects its original use, linked to the breeding of pigeons, symbol of seigneurial prestige at that time.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the dovecote was transformed into housing, marking an adaptation of its use to modern residential needs. At the same time, a notable residence was built in the park in the late 19th or early 20th century. This monument, which has been on the inventory of Historic Monuments since 1973, illustrates the evolution of the uses of an agricultural heritage towards residential and landscape functions.

Today, the Orgemont Pigeon is a private property, testifying to both its medieval history and its subsequent transformations. Its inscription in 1973 underlines its heritage importance, despite the changes experienced over the centuries. The location, although partially approximate, remains identified thanks to the available archives and coordinates, ensuring its preservation in the local collective memory.

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