3 Upcoming Online Offerings

Online Offering

Notre-Dame de Paris - Before the Fire with Russell Kelley (in English)

(Online via Zoom)

Thursday, December 4, 2025 1:00 PM To 2:00 PM
At French Library

This illustrated lecture will explore the long and eventful history of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris, from its foundation in 1163 to the devastating fire on April 15, 2019, which destroyed its attic, roof, and iconic spire.

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After the Fire: The Restoration of Notre-Dame de Paris with Philippe Villeneuve (in French)

(Online via Zoom)

Thursday, December 11, 2025 1:00 PM To 2:00 PM
At French Library

This lecture will provide a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most significant architectural restoration projects of our time, describing the painstaking process behind the meticulous rebuilding and restoration of the cathedral, from the careful documentation of architectural elements to the revival of centuries-old craftsmanship techniques.

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After the Fire: The Redesign of the Surroundings of Notre-Dame de Paris with Bas Smets

(Online via Zoom)

Thursday, December 18, 2025 1:00 PM To 2:00 PM
At French Library

Part 3 of our Before and After series looks to the future of Notre-Dame’s surroundings. In 2022, the City of Paris chose Bas Smets and his team to redesign the public spaces around the cathedral. He will present plans for the forecourt, underground areas, the Jean XXIII garden, and the riverbanks—an ambitious project designed to create a cooler microclimate.

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1 Past Online Offering

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 10:00 AM To 11:00 AM

Are you a U.S. citizen or dual national planning a move to France? Join Alex Ingrim, Co-Founder of Liberty Atlantic Advisors, for a practical webinar on navigating the financial realities of life abroad.

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