Join Philippe Gindre for a workshop at the Bibliothèque de la Cité focused on traditional blues and fingerpicking guitar techniques. Participants will explore various blues styles such as Delta blues, East Coast blues, and Texas blues while engaging with the works of legendary figures like Big Bill Broonzy, Mississippi John Hurt, and Reverend Gary Davis.
Pascale Frey is a literary journalist. She has been reading since she first learned how! She began her career at La Tribune de Genève, where she was in charge of the Books section. For many years, she contributed to the magazine Lire, and later to ELLE. While selecting books for the ELLE Readers’ Prize—novels, nonfiction, and crime fiction—she read a large portion of recent literary publications. Today, she continues to share her many favorites on Instagram: @pascale_frey.
This reading circle is dedicated exclusively to contemporary fiction. The latest releases, emerging authors—both French and international—books in the running for literary awards, and major reissues will all serve as the monthly inspiration. The workshop aims to be friendly and interactive, and each participant is encouraged to share their thoughts on the featured book, which must be read before the following meeting. Ten annual sessions to stay fully up to date with the literary scene.
In French.
Join sociologist Laurence Bachmann as she delves into her latest book, “Des hommes concernés” exploring how Western men are responding to the feminist movement intensified by #MeToo, challenging normative masculinity. This conversation, moderated by Dominique Hartmann from Le Courrier, will examine the diverse paths men take in deconstructing and reflecting on these societal shifts.
In French.
The Festival Les Créatives, a multidisciplinary event in Geneva, highlights the artistic and intellectual works of women and gender minorities. The 21st edition features concerts, theater, exhibitions, and discussions on topics such as chosen families and friendships. Notable participants include Hélène Giannecchini, Sophie Lewis, and Chloé Delaume. The festival reaffirms its commitment to combatting gender-based violence, working with the Canton and City of Geneva on local awareness campaigns.
Henri Vever (1854-1942), renowned Art Nouveau jeweler and author of “French Jewelry in the 19th Century,” was also an avid collector of Impressionist art, Japanese prints, and Persian manuscripts. The MAH holds pieces either created by Vever or once part of his collection. A panel discussion will bring together Camille Vever, Marie-Eve Celio-Scheurer, and Alexandra Dermange to delve into Vever’s history, the era he lived in, the passing down of his craftsmanship, and his connections to the MAH. The event will conclude with a presentation of artworks and a reception.
In French.
As part of the research seminar L’histoire par la photographie (Autumn 2025), organized by the Maison de l’histoire, Daniel Foliard (Université Paris Cité) will examine the history of mass violence through the lens of photography.
The seminar explores photography as a historical source, reflecting on its contributions and limitations for understanding historical narratives and writing history.
In French.
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