A Tribute

Françoise Gilot (1921–2023)

FIAF was saddened to learn last week of the death of renowned French artist Françoise Gilot.

Françoise Gilot's remarkable life and artistic contributions have left an indelible mark on the world. As an artist, her style was recognizable: her use of vibrant colors, bold brushstrokes, and a unique blend of abstraction and figuration were her signature. Her paintings and sculptures captivated viewers with their emotional depth and introspective narratives. Beyond her artistic pursuits, Françoise Gilot was also a fierce advocate for women's rights and an inspiring figure of resilience and independence. She was the mother of Claude Pierre Picasso, Paloma Picasso, and Aurélia Engel.

To FIAF, she was a consistent beacon of kindness and generosity, donating art for auctions and sharing her most recent artistic endeavors with our audiences. You may have met Françoise through the years at the numerous FIAF events she attended. We were able to honor her artistic contributions in 2015 as the Trophée des Arts recipient, and most recently in 2021, celebrating her 100th birthday with a screening and conversation with her daughters Paloma and Aurélia. We have been truly honored to have her as part of the FIAF family.

For Tatyana Franck, President of FIAF, Françoise Gilot was “une grande dame and a beautiful mind, the incarnation of freedom. As she used to say, « la place qu’on a, c’est la place qu’on se fait. Il faut avoir du courage dans la vie ». Her legacy will continue to inspire generations. Françoise Gilot will be deeply missed but forever remembered. Merci Françoise”.

Coming Up In June & July

Learn French from the Experts this Summer

Whether you plan to enjoy a staycation or enjoy a seaside getaway, add some French to your summer!

In-person and online classes are offered at all levels from beginner to expert. Courses rich in audio and video content use real-life situations to teach you French you can use for work, travel, or pleasure. 10-, 5-, and 2-week sessions give you the flexibility to pick a class that works with your vacation plans. And a complimentary FIAF membership gives you access to our cultural programs, library, and more.

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French Fun for Toddlers, Kids, and Teens

Ages 1-17

1-week Day Camps
June 20–August 18 • In Person

1, 5, 10-week Classes
June 20–September 1 • In Person/Online

Inspired by the theme "Discover the Nine Arts", children will unleash their inner artiste this summer at FIAF! In-person day camps pair French lessons with creative activities such as music, dance, painting, theater and even comics, as well as fun fieldtrips around town. In-person and online classes help kids fast-track their French over summer break.

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Cinésalon 

Classics of French Cinema

Tuesdays in June & July
4pm & 7:30pm
FIAF Florence Gould Hall
All films have English subtitles
Free for Members!

Tue, June 13
Edouard and Caroline

Dir. Jacques Becker, 1951, 91 min

An unexpected argument with his wife (Anne Vernon) threatens pianist Edouard’s (Daniel Gélin) plans to impress guests with his musical talents at a family party.

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Tue, June 20
Monsieur Hulot’s Holiday
Dir. Jacques Tati, 1953, 87 min, 35mm

Tue, June 27
Crooks in Clover
Dir. Georges Lautner, 1963, 105 min

Tue, July 11
Yoyo
Dir. Pierre Étaix, 1965, 98 min

Tue, July 18
King of Hearts
Dir. Philippe de Broca, 1966, 102 min

Tue, July 25
The One Man Band
Dir. Serge Korber, 1970, 85 min

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Party

Sunset Soirées at Le Bain

Wed, June 28
5–10pm
Le Bain at The Standard Hotel
Free & open to all

Join FIAF at one of New York’s most iconic rooftop clubs! Enjoy lively DJ sets and drinks while watching the sunset, surrounded by the best views of NYC.

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Exhibition

The Anonymous Project
Homecoming

On view through August 24
FIAF Gallery & Building
Free & open to all

All of FIAF transforms into a space of collective memory in this immersive photography installation featuring an unprecedented number of vintage photographs from the last 70 years.

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FIAF's Bastille Day Celebration

Sun, July 16, from 12–5pm
Madison Avenue, 59th–63rd Street

Join us for New York's largest celebration of France’s national holiday!

Enjoy live performances including excerpts from Moulin Rouge! The Musical, rosé and bubbly parties, prize drawings, a screening of The Innocent, fun family activities, and more than 50 booths showcasing the best of French food and art de vivre.

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Bastille Day 2023

Rosé & Bubbly Party

Sun, July 16
1–2:30pm • 3:30-5pm
FIAF Skyroom

Celebrate Bastille Day with rosé and bubbly! Taste an outstanding selection of summer wines coupled with delicious madeleines, mini quiches, macarons, and cheese, and dance to Saint Martin’s renowned steel drum band, Jolly Boys.

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Bastille Day 2023

The Innocent

Sun, July 16 at 5:30pm
FIAF Florence Gould Hall
In French with English subtitles

Winner of two 2022 César Awards including Best Original Screenplay

Part crime thriller, part family farce, Louis Garrel’s The Innocent shows with panache and pathos the dangerous lengths two men go, and the outlandish lies they tell, for the women they love. 

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Bastille Day 2023

Win a Dream Getaway to Saint Martin & Other Prizes!

Online drawing on July 21 (3pm ET)

Enter for a chance to win more than 20 unique items and experiences across fashion, lifestyle, kids, and food including the grand prize: a 5-day dream getaway for two to Saint Martin. Premier prizes include two tickets for Broadway’s Moulin Rouge! The Musical and a FIAF Premier Membership & French Class package.

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