Join contemporary writers in honoring Phillis Wheatley’s groundbreaking literary legacy and discover how her poetry continues to inspire generations of poets.
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Matthew Desmond discusses his latest book Poverty, by America, which tackles inequality in the richest country on earth.
Uncover the life and genius of Leonardo da Vinci with an exclusive documentary screening and interview with directors Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, and David McMahon. Offsite at the historic Cinéma Le Champo.
Immerse yourself in the rich literary history of the American Library in Paris.
Join acclaimed author C Pam Zhang as she explores the sensual and transformative journey of food, desire, and survival in her latest novel, Land of Milk and Honey.
Explore the intersection of translation, transformation, and art with Jhumpa Lahiri.
In this intimate lecture, learn how to draw inspiration from family dynamics and memories to craft authentic, compelling stories and unforgettable characters.
Join French political scientist and professor Olivier Roy as he offers a profound exploration of identity politics.
In this special lecture, Historian David Bell traces the idea of progress to its Enlightenment roots and its evolution to the present.
Join celebrated artist and writer Maira Kalman, the Library’s Spring 2025 Cultural Fellow, for an evening of art, words, and wit.
Join us for a deep dive into Michael Pollan's How to Change Your Mind, a #1 New York Times Bestseller that blends memoir, science, and history to examine the powerful potential of psychedelic substances.
New York Times film critic Alissa Wilkinson examines Joan Didion’s influence through the lens of American mythmaking.
Friends of the Library (50€ – 249€) will receive invitations to unique, donor-only programs.
Folio Society (250€ – 1 999€) supporters will be invited to the annual Book Award ceremony, as well as donor-only programs.
Gutenberg Society (2 000€ – 9 999€) patrons will have the opportunity to host a dinner with an Evenings with an Author sponsored by GRoW @ Annenberg speaker, as well as all the benefits listed above.
Ex Libris Lux Society (10 000€ and above) sponsors will be invited to an annual dinner with Ex Libris Lux donors and Library leadership, as well as all the benefits listed above. They will also be invited to an exclusive cocktail dînatoire with our Gala speaker.
A charitable gift from your estate is simple to implement and is easy to change if you should need to access the assets during your lifetime. If you would like to include a gift to the Library in your will, ask your estate planning attorney to add this suggested wording to your will or living trust. Please make sure to use the Library’s correct legal name appears in all final documents as: The American Library in Paris Inc.
Unrestricted Gift: I give, devise, and bequeath to the American Library in Paris Inc, (insert dollar amount) Dollars* to be used for its general purposes.
Residuary Bequest: I give, devise, and bequeath to the American Library in Paris Inc , (insert percentage amount) percent of the residue of my estate to be used for its general purposes.
