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THE MAKING OF PARIS PART 2 FROM FRANÇOIS 1ER TO HENRI IV (1515-1610)

Presentation How did Paris become the world's most beautiful city? The French Library is pleased to make available a series of seven lectures about the…

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Monuments Historiques #4: La Tour Eiffel

Paris began the construction of the Eiffel Tower in January 1887, and finished it March 31st, 1889.  The purpose of this tower was to create…

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THE MAKING OF PARIS PART 1 FROM ROMAN TIMES THROUGH THE MIDDLE AGES (52 BC – 1515)

Presentation How did Paris become the world's most beautiful city? The French Library is pleased to make available a series of seven lectures about the…

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9 façons d’apporter votre aide tout en respectant la distanciation sociale

Vous l’aurez remarqué, malgré la situation difficile, il souffle comme un vent de fraternité. Cela met du baume au coeur et nous y trouvons le…

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Monuments Historiques #3: Le château de Chantilly

Née et élevée à Chantilly, je ne pouvais pas, dans notre série Monuments Historiques, ne pas parler de ce joyaux du Patrimoine Français qu’est le…

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Saturday Morning Nostalgia: 5 French-Dubbed Kids' TV Shows

Do Saturday mornings remind you of settling down in front of the television with a bowl of sugary cereal, pajamas still on, rushing to get…

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Be Creative and Make Your Own Diorama!

While at home, let’s take this time to enjoy being creative and become artists by making a diorama. The diorama will allow you to travel…

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10 Ways to Go to France without Leaving the House

While social distancing is in full swing and kids are home from school, many of the places where parents can take their children on educational…

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Staff Spotlight

You might be familiar with our Member Spotlight highlights on our blog where we get to know our members of the Center better. Today we invite you to get to know a few of our staff members at the FCC!

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5 Online Library Collections Going Above and Beyond

While schools and libraries are closed, online collections are helping to fill the gaps in educational media. Read on for information regarding these special circumstances!…

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Upcoming Events

(SOLD OUT) Wine Seminar: Champagne

Gastronomy & Wine program: Your French Culinary Arts and Wine Journey

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Join us in our Gallery for the next Wine Seminar, dedicated to the Champagne region of France. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, our series is tailored to provide a deeper understanding of French wines, refine your wine-tasting skills and vocabulary, and foster confidence in conversations, selections, and pairings. We will provide you with an authentic French perspective and access to a splendid array of quality wines.

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Monday, August 24, 2026

Learn all about our language immersion program in partnership with the Accent Français language school in France!

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Friday, August 28, 2026

Set amid the sun-drenched hills of Provence, Claude Berri's Manon of the Spring is a moving story of justice, forgiveness, and the enduring consequences of human choices.

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