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Pop quiz: Where was film born?
Answer: As film buffs and francophiles surely know, cinema has its origins in a factory warehouse in Lyon.
It was there, in 1894, that brothers Auguste and Louis Lumière devised the cinematograph.
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Presented by Dr. Kathy Krause, Emerita Professor of French, UMKC
On March, 30th, 2025, Dr. Kathy Krause spoke about the role of French women in the founding of Kansas City. The founding of Kansas
City is generally attributed to men, such as François Chouteau, Gabriel Prudhomme, John McCoy, and the 14 investors who formed the Town
Company in 1838, however the role of women in the city’s early development is often overlooked.
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A Taste of France in Kansas City: An Evening with Jane Bertch and The French Ingredient
In partnership with Rainy Day Books – June 20, 2024
On a warm summer evening in Kansas City, the charm of Paris came alive at an unforgettable literary event hosted in partnership with Rainy
Day Books.
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On June 7th 2024, we were pleased to welcome the artist Layla Metssitane for the world premiere of the exhibition, Des Fissures et des Mots. This exhibition, part of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, highlights unique works of art that celebrate Paralympic athletes, true heroes and heroines of the 21st century. It's a celebration of their courage, determination and passion, captured through the magical fusion of image and word. The photographs on display feature the bodies of Paralympic athletes, beautifully painted in gold, symbolizing their strength, resilience and determination. This artistic touch adds extra depth and beauty to these captivating images.
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Launched in 2016, Night of Ideas has become a worldwide event presented in 190 cities and 104 different countries. Night of Ideas 2045 is presented by Villa Albertine and Albertine Foundation thanks to the leadership support of the Judy & Peter Blum Kovler Foundation, and with the support of the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. It is coordinated worldwide by the Institut Français.
