French Embassy in the U.S.

On June 10, the Embassy of France in Washington, D.C. and Monnaie de Paris will convene leading voices from government, academia, finance, and the numismatic world for a special symposium exploring the evolution of money, from the birth of modern republics to the digital revolution.

As part of the Embassy’s America 250 programming, the afternoon will feature two discussions: one exploring the Franco-American story through numismatics and the second examining questions about the future of money and how rules governing it are being rewritten. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to see a rare exhibition of historical medals and coins and the unveiling of the Washington-Lafayette commemorative coins marking America’s 250th anniversary.

Speakers include Founder of Mid-American Rare Coin Galleries Jeff Garrett; Professor of Marketing at Johns Hopkins University Joël Le Bon; Former President of the American Numismatic Association and former Chairman of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) Thomas D. Uram; US Mint Director Paul Hollis; Chief Policy Officer of Coinbase and former economic advisor to President George W. Bush Faryar Shirzad; Monnaie de Paris General Engraver Joaquin Jimenez; Monnaie de Paris Collection Manager Julien Sabouret; and Monnaie de Paris Chairman and CEO Marc Schwartz.

Register to attend: https://media.franceintheus.org/event/the-future-of-money/

Monnaie de Paris

Venez nombreux !

Old Glory DC will take on Anthem Rugby Carolina at George Mason Stadium in Fairfax on June 6th, the anniversary of D-Day. In light of this special day, the game will pay tribute to the French-American friendship with several gestures including: a word from the Marquis de Lafayette, the raising of the French flag, a rendition of the La Marseillaise, an appearance from French rugby legend Serge Betson, and even a drop kick by Ambassador Laurent Bili.

Plus, ahead of the match, attendees can enjoy a tailgate of French food and wine, an amateur match, and more!

Interested? Use promo code GOLAFAYETTE from the American Friends of Lafayette for 40% off General Admission Tickets: https://oldglorydc.flicket.io/events/54a5542b-1b02-4954-8556-b8005d83afbd

We are pleased to invite you to a special lecture by Simon Rettig, Associate Curator for the Arts of the Islamic World at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art.

Taking place TOMORROW at 10:00 AM at La Maison Française, this conference will explore “Collecting and Displaying Islamic Art in the Nation’s Capital, after one hundred years.”

Simon Rettig will offer insights into the history and evolution of Islamic art collections at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, highlighting the remarkable breadth of works as the stories behind their acquisition and display in Washington, D.C.

Registration: https://swll.to/5GzHXLV

TOMORROW: Attend a performance of "Euphrate," written and interpreted by Nil Bosca, and presented by Villa Albertine.

The performance will take place at 7:30 PM at La Maison Française, where theater and dance intersect in a vibrant and intimate solo work.

At the center of "Euphrate" is the daughter of a Turkish father and a Norman mother, facing the pressure of choosing her future while questioning how her mixed heritage has shaped her identity. In a series of witty and tender exchanges imagined with her father, she revisits childhood memories, reconnects with her Turkish roots, and slowly begins to articulate her own path forward.

Register to attend: https://swll.to/l5064

LIBERTÉ 250 🇫🇷🇺🇸
2 weeks to go!

In just a few days, the French Air and Space Force will travel to the U.S. on a mission that combines history, cooperation and air deployments.

From flyovers to ceremonies, meetings, demonstrations and cooperation with the U.S. Air Force, the French airmen will represent France on the East Coast of the U.S.

250 years of shared history.
The memories live on.

COMING SOON: Attend a performance of "Euphrate," written and interpreted by Nil Bosca, and presented by Villa Albertine.

The performance will take place on Thursday, 28 May at 7:30 PM at La Maison Française, where theater and dance intersect in a vibrant and intimate solo work.

At the center of "Euphrate" is the daughter of a Turkish father and a Norman mother, facing the pressure of choosing her future while questioning how her mixed heritage has shaped her identity. In a series of witty and tender exchanges imagined with her father, she revisits childhood memories, reconnects with her Turkish roots, and slowly begins to articulate her own path forward.

Register to attend: https://swll.to/l5064

We are pleased to invite you to a special lecture by Simon Rettig, Associate Curator for the Arts of the Islamic World at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art.

Taking place Thursday, 28 May at 10:00 AM at La Maison Française, this conference will explore “Collecting and Displaying Islamic Art in the Nation’s Capital, after one hundred years.”

Simon Rettig will offer insights into the history and evolution of Islamic art collections at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, highlighting the remarkable breadth of works as the stories behind their acquisition and display in Washington, D.C.

Registration: https://swll.to/5GzHXLV

Barbra Streisand will receive an Honorary Palme d’Or at the Awards Ceremony TODAY.

From the Festival: "An internationally acclaimed actress, director, producer, screenwriter, singer, and songwriter, she has reached the pinnacle of the entertainment industry like no one before. Free-spirited and unconventional in both her life and her art, a dazzling performer and extraordinary singer, she has embodied excellence and passion on stage and screen for decades."

Image: Festival de Cannes

"La Caverne du Pont Neuf," the newest work by artist JR will be open to the public from June 6-28.

Image: JR

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