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October 2020
Paris Chapter : Domaine de Méréville – Zoom conference
As the Paris Chapter Day Trip to the Essonne has been rescheduled for the spring of 2021, we are pleased to present a free conference via Zoom to discover the Domaine départemental de Méréville, an historic monument, the last and most successful example of a picturesque garden from the end of the 18th century in Europe. Odile-Marie Tombarello, scientific attaché to the Domaine will give the conference and be joined by the President of the Department of Essonne, François Durovray,…
Find out more »Louisiana Chapter – Burgundy is Coming to New Orleans!
Château de Pommard is coming to New Orleans for the first time, in an exclusive event with the French Heritage Society. Château de Pommard Wine Advisor Cedar Stoltenow will take you on a journey to discover the acclaimed UNESCO-protected World Heritage Climats of Burgundy up close with our Burgundy Experience. Compare the multiple expressions of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and travel across the region’s rich maze of villages and terroirs while tasting a selection of Burgundy gems directly from the…
Find out more »November 2020
Northern California Chapter – Artisanal Chocolate Tasting
Please join us for a delicious presentation by author, actor, photographer and chocolate aficionado, Leonard Pitt. Yes, everything in the image is real chocolate! In addition to his love of chocolate, Leonard has written three books on Paris: two walking guides; Walks Through Lost Paris (2002), Paris a Journey Through Time (2010), and Paris Postcards, the Golden Age (2009 with hundreds of vintage postcards from Leonard’s private collection. He is currently teaching Advanced Mask Performance at the American Conservatory Theatre in…
Find out more »Paris Chapter: Visit Lorenz Bäumer Fine Jewelry & Collections – Place Vendôme
Visit Lorenz Bäumer Fine Jewelery & Collections at the prestigious Place Vendôme. The only independent jeweler on Place Vendôme, Lorenz Bäumer has been signing creations with his name for 30 years. A graduate of the Ecole Centrale de Paris, Lorenz Bäumer’s training as an engineering made him a pioneer in the use of new techniques and materials. He developed jewelry for the Maison de Couture Chanel and provided artistic direction for 20 years. He also launched Louis Vuitton jewelry for…
Find out more »Virtual Black & Red Ball
French Heritage Society and Gala Chairmen CeCe Black, Geoffrey Bradfield, Elisa Fredrickson, Jean Shafiroff, and Ann Van Ness invite you to the Virtual Black & Red Ball honoring renowned architect and designer Robert Couturier. We are planning a unique and festive evening that will bring our international community together to raise a glass to French Heritage Society and our esteemed honoree.
Find out more »Paris Chapter: Thanksgiving Dinner at Hôtel Le Bristol Paris
The Paris Chapter’s traditional Thanksgiving Dinner will be held at the Hôtel Le Bristol Paris in the historic and elegant setting of the Salon Castellane, former private theater of the Comte de Castellane. Michelin three-star Chef Eric Frechon and Julien Alvarez, Pastry Chef, will elaborate an exquisite and refined Thanksgiving menu. Your participation in this evening, as well as the great generosity of the Hôtel Le Bristol Paris, will contribute to the financing of the three restoration grants awarded by…
Find out more »December 2020
Paris Chapter: Cocktail Culturel – “Jean de La Fontaine, le poète oublié”
“ Jean de La Fontaine, the Forgotten Poet.” Jean de La Fontaine (1621-1695) is one of the most famous French poets. The teaching of his Fables and their morals, considered useful to educate youth, even spread to other countries in Europe in the 18th century. This wide acclaim, however, eclipsed the true talent of the poet: while popular culture today views him essenitally as a writer for children, a more astute reading of his works makes it possible to discern the…
Find out more »April 2021
French Heritage Society Book Award Ceremony and Dinner (New Date – Spring 2021)
Save the Date for Spring 2021! Please join us for the French Heritage Society Book Award Ceremony and Dinner at a private club in Manhattan. French Heritage Society is pleased to present its Fourth Annual Book Award to Stéphane Hénaut and Jeni Mitchell for A Bite-Sized History of France: Gastronomic Tales of Revolution, War, and Enlightenment. The evening program will include an in-depth interview with Stéphane Hénaut and Jeni Mitchell moderated by Laura Aurichio, Dean of Fordham College at Lincoln…
Find out more »May 2021
Members’ Trip to Carcassonne (New Dates)
Members at all levels are invited to join FHS for a specially curated trip that includes exploring the stunning medieval city of Carcassonne and exclusive visits to two FHS grant recipients – the majestic Abbaye de Lagrasse and the beautiful Abbaye de Fontfroide. We will also tour one of the most famous vineyards in the region, Château l’Hospitalet, where owner Gérard Bertrand will offer us a private visit and dinner.
Find out more »Paris: Dîner des Mécènes / Paris Gala (New Date)
Dîner des Mécènes Co-Chairmen Sarah de Lencquesaing, Ariane Marquet de Vasselot and Cassandra Surer invite you to attend FHS’ annual Paris Gala rescheduled for this fall at the prestigious Cercle de l’Union Interalliée. Our distinguished Guest of Honor will be Princesse Marie-Sol de La Tour d’Auvergne, FHS President Emeritus and “Ambassadeur du patrimoine.”
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