Events
Join AFMO to partake in exclusive tours and events in both Paris and the US
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Raising awareness is at the heart of AFMO’s mission. To share unique insightful art moments with its patrons, the foundation hosts members-only events every month (from September to July), such as private tours of exhibitions at the Musée d’Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie as well as offsite visits in Paris and in the U.S.
See below for a list of events we have done in Paris and the US in the past.
Patron Pass Tours
Access to these events depends on one’s membership level.
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Open House
Every year, AFMO hosts an Open House at the Musée d’Orsay. Members are invited to join us in a celebration of French-American friendship, during which they may enjoy a private viewing of the current exhibition.
This evening is part of AFMO’s mission to raise public awareness and support for the Musées d'Orsay et de l’Orangerie.
Cocktails
AFMO members are invited to exclusive cocktails in both Paris and the US.
Access to these events depends on one’s membership level.
Photo: Francois-Xavier Watine, WebStyleStory. October 2024
As part of our mission to raise awareness, AFMO organises curated trips to various regions in France. Whether in Normandy or Provence, our members are invited to discover the places their favourite artists lived and painted so often, as well as the local cuisines, histories, and craftsmanship.
Trips
Access to these events depends on one’s membership level.
Photo: Honfleur © AFMO
Every year, AFMO’s A Weekend in Paris brings together a vibrant community of art lovers, collectors, and patrons to celebrate the artistic dialogue between France and the United States. Over several exceptional days, guests enjoy a program designed in support of the Musée d’Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie, with privileged access to the season’s landmark exhibitions and events. Our guest participate in a selection of private conversations, exclusive visits, and immersive encounters highlighting fine art, French savoir-faire, and cultural heritage.
A Weekend in Paris
An annual benefit in support of the Musée d’Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie
AFMO’s Gala Evening
As part of A Weekend in Paris, AFMO and the Musée d’Orsay welcome their guests to immerse themselves in a private evening of artistic celebration at the Musée d'Orsay. Following an exclusive cocktail reception in the nave, guests are able to enjoy private viewings of the Orsay’s autumn exhibitions. Guests then proceed to the Restaurant, where they partake in an exclusive dinner set within the restaurant's elegant dining room.
To find out more about the 2025 edition of AFMO’s A Weekend in Paris, please click here.
Photo: Francois-Xavier Watine, WebStyleStory. October 2025
Previous Events
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Private visits of the Musée d’Orsay and Musée de l’Orangerie’s permanent collections and exhibitions
Private talks at artists’s studios and galleries
Conferences
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Private tours of exhibitions and talks in New York City
Private tour at the National Gallery (Washington D.C.)
Private tour at the Legion of Honor (San Francisco)
Weekend trip to Nashville
Weekend trip to Chicago