Episode 21 - The New Windows of Notre Dame and the Repeated Destruction of History

The debate surrounding the new stained-glass windows of Notre-Dame de Paris has reignited a familiar question: how much of the past should be preserved, and how much should be reimagined? In this episode, we explore the controversial plans to replace historic windows in the cathedral and place the discussion within a much larger story. From revolutions and restorations to political movements and changing artistic tastes, history is filled with examples of cultural treasures being altered, removed, or destroyed in the name of progress. Are the new windows a continuation of Notre-Dame’s long history of transformation, or are we witnessing the loss of another irreplaceable piece of the past? Join us as we examine the latest controversy and the centuries-old struggle between preservation and change.For more info, photos and links visit ClaudineHemingway.comwww.claudinehemingway.com/new-paris-in-bleu-blonde-rouge/2026/6/2/episode-21-the-new-windows-of-notre-dame-and-the-repeated-destruction-of-historySupport the show