Ken Burns, Sarah Burns, and David McMahon on Leonardo da Vinci
Cinéma Le Champo 51 Rue des Écoles, Paris, FranceUncover 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.
Les Années Folles at La Coupole
La Coupole 102 Boulevard du Montparnasse, Paris, FranceImmerse yourself in the rich literary history of the American Library in Paris.
Seeking Pleasure in a Dying World with C Pam Zhang and Ayşegül Savaş
The American Library in ParisJoin 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.
Jhumpa Lahiri
The American Library in ParisExplore the intersection of translation, transformation, and art with Jhumpa Lahiri.
Writing Characters from Family with Sheila Kohler
The American Library in ParisIn this intimate lecture, learn how to draw inspiration from family dynamics and memories to craft authentic, compelling stories and unforgettable characters.
The Crisis of Culture with Olivier Roy
The American Library in ParisJoin French political scientist and professor Olivier Roy as he offers a profound exploration of identity politics.
The End Of Enlightenment with Visiting Fellow David A. Bell
The American Library in ParisIn this special lecture, Historian David Bell traces the idea of progress to its Enlightenment roots and its evolution to the present.
Maira Kalman, American Library in Paris Spring 2025 Cultural Fellow
Maison de la Poésie 157 Rue Saint-Martin, Paris, FranceJoin us for a special offsite event highlighting the work of Maira Kalman, the Library's Spring 2025 Cultural Fellow.
Joan Didion and the Myths of Hollywood with Alissa Wilkinson
The American Library in ParisNew York Times film critic Alissa Wilkinson examines Joan Didion’s influence through the lens of American mythmaking.
Meredith Whittaker, President of Signal
The American Library in ParisJoin Meredith Whittaker, President of Signal and a leading voice on tech ethics, for a crucial conversation on the rise of surveillance, the power of AI, and what we can do to fight back.
Jeremy Eichler on Music, Memory, and the Second World War
The American Library in ParisDiscover how music bears witness to history in Jeremy Eichler’s genre-blurring book, Time’s Echo, on war, culture, and the enduring power of art.
Americans in Paris with Lynn Gumpert and Debra Bricker Balken
The American Library in ParisHow Paris shaped a generation of American artists after World War II.
