Notre Dame Cathedral to reopen this weekend after restoration from 2019 fire

Notre Dame Cathedral will reopen this weekend after extensive restoration following a devastating fire in 2019. The ceremonies will include the archbishop knocking on the doors, reawakening the organ, and celebrating the first Mass. The archbishop will tap the cathedral's doors with a specially designed staff made from wood salvaged from the fire. The organ, which has not been played publicly since the blaze, will be reawakened with a series of prompts from the archbishop. The restoration has drawn global support, raising over 846 million euros from 340,000 donors. The reopening will welcome a diverse group of guests, including both wealthy donors and those in need, reflecting the cathedral's significance to many.