Past Highlights

  • Annual celebration of the Fête des Rois
  • Sunday luncheons in private homes
  • Cooking demonstrations with famous chefs
  • Special lectures with château owners and authors

The Northern California Chapter hosts a variety of cultural & social events to share insider knowledge of a facet of French culture.  In addition to supporting a  restoration project, located in France or the United States, (see the recent list below), the chapter participates in the local community.  The N. CA  Chapter is honored to be a Cultural Sponsor at the San Francisco Fall Art & Antiques Show.

To introduce high school students to the importance of preserving culture for future generations, seven years ago a Student Essay Contest was created for tenth grade students at the Lycée International Franco-Américain   San Francisco.

Dori Bonn is currently Chairmen of the Northern California Chapter. For further information please please contact FHS Programs and Membership Officer Benjamin Wells.

Photos: Northern California Chapter events including the annual Fête des Rois celebration, Provençal luncheon with Jean-Pierre Moullé, author Elaine Sciolino, participation in the San Francisco Fall Arts and Antiques Show and student winners of the essay contest.

Events

Philadelphia Chapter: The Basilica of Vezelay

Tuesday, May 7, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Please join French Heritage Society's Philadelphia Chapter on May 7 at the Acorn Club for a fascinating luncheon with Christopher Kelly. Mr. Kelly will lead us on an exploration of the stunning Basilica of Vezelay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Burgundy, France.

New York Chapter: The Basilica of Vezelay

Thursday, May 9, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Please join French Heritage Society’s New York Chapter on May 9 at a private club in Manhattan for a fascinating evening with Christopher Kelly. Mr. Kelly will lead us on an exploration of the stunning Basilica of Vezelay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Burgundy, France, followed by a wine reception.

Boston Chapter: The Basilica of Vezelay

Saturday, May 11, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Please join French Heritage Society's Boston Chapter on May 11 at the Concord School of Philosophy on the grounds of the Louisa May Alcott Orchard House for a fascinating evening with Christopher Kelly. Mr. Kelly will lead us on an exploration of the stunning Basilica of Vezelay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Burgundy, France, followed by a champagne reception.

Paris Chapter: Visit to the Peruvian Embassy in Paris

Monday, May 13, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

The Paris Chapter invites you to an exceptional visit of the Peruvian Embassy in Paris, located in the Hôtel Lafont de la Vernède. This private mansion is a masterpiece of the Belle Epoque, with a succession of reception rooms, a loggia and a dining room featuring exceptional stained-glass windows.

Grants