Gens de Barbarin, the association that brings the estate to life
A monument does not save itself. Founded on 21 February 1996, the Gens de Barbarin association aims to promote the site and to organise cultural events there. It brought together 75 members in 2025.
The alliance between the owners and the association is the guarantee of this reborn estate’s success: the restoration and upkeep of the castle are the responsibility of the Seigle-Paillet family, while Gens de Barbarin, through its activities, helps the family open it to the public.
Why become a member
By becoming a member, you help make Barbarin a living heritage. As an association recognised as being of general interest, your donations qualify for a tax reduction. You also enjoy many benefits:
- Priority information: you are informed first about events, in particular concerts, for which places are limited.
- Preferential rate: enjoy a reduced rate on concerts (€15 instead of €21).
- Privileged welcome: you are given a privileged welcome all year round.
- Association life: you are invited to members' days, such as the traditional "Râteaux et chiffons" (Rakes & Rags) day, bringing together work in the park, the upkeep of the great kitchen's copperware, and then a country lunch.
The board of directors
- Hélène Marcé — Présidente
- Jocelyne Abry — Vice-Présidente
- Bernard Marcé — Vice-Président
- Bruno Tissot — Treasurer
- Philippe Seigle — Secretary
- Isabelle Maille — Board member
- Christine-Marie Boullu-Rogelle — Board member
- François Maille — Board member
- Dominique Paillet — Board member
For any question about the association or membership:
Frequently asked questions — Gens de Barbarin association
What is the role of the Gens de Barbarin association?
Founded on 21 February 1996, the association’s mission is to promote the castle site and to organise all the cultural events there in collaboration with the owners.
What are the benefits of membership?
Becoming a member (for a €21 subscription) lets you receive priority information about events and about concerts with limited places, enjoy reduced rates and a privileged welcome all year round, and take part in the traditional members’ day.
What is the "Râteaux et chiffons" day?
It is the association’s highlight, when members gather to help with maintenance work in the park and with cleaning the copperware of the castle’s great kitchen, all followed by a warm country lunch.
Do donations to the association qualify for tax benefits?
Yes. As the association is recognised as being of general interest, your donations and subscriptions qualify for a tax reduction.
Experience the Château de Barbarin
Guided tours, guest rooms or concerts: contact us directly to plan your visit in the heart of the Isère.