Imagine you could end your tour of the Historial by asking Joan of Arc herself all your questions! This is now possible, thanks to innovative technology using ChatGPT trained on factual historical documents.

Only availablefrom our shops, this smart magnet has a unique QR code that you can use to start a conversation with France’s most famous heroine using artificial intelligence. From details about her childhood and trial to finding out her favourite meal, Joan of Arc is here to answer all your questions.

Background

When it opened in 2015, the Joan of Arc Historial was one of the first cultural sites in France to combine new technology and heritage, with its unique digital tour within the Palace of the Archbishop of Rouen.

With the Joan of Arc smart magnet, Rouen Sites et Monuments continues its fundamental approach of using innovative technologies to improve access to culture.

Developed by experts from Ask Mona, this innovation is the result of many years of research and development. It links history and technology in a new way, to reveal the latest strides in artificial intelligence.

How does it work ?

Just scan the QR code on your Joan of Arc magnet to start chatting with her! Fun, interactive and educational, this technology allows you to exchange chat messages with a historical figure, using AI.

And you can chat for as long as you like! Accessible in 5 languages, you’re sure to have a fascinating, informative time. Get your magnet today, from the Joan of Arc Historial shop or the Aître Saint-Maclou reception desk, in Rouen. Treat yourself or buy one as a gift!


Where can I try it out ?

Smart magnets are only available from Rouen Sites et Monuments shops at the Joan of Arc Historial (7 rue Saint-Romain) or the Aître Saint-Maclou (rue Martainville).

Once you have your magnet, just scan the QR code on the back to open the chat box.