Following official information received yesterday pertaining to the Plan Vigipirate, applicable to all governmental and non-governmental institutions with a link to France, the  Alliance Francaise of Washington DC reserves the right to ask first-time visitors for their government-issue ID when they enter the building.

We thank you for your cooperation and understanding. This procedure is temporary but will remain in place until further notice.

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  • Ticket Sale OPEN - AFDC Gala is on May 14

    The Annual AFDC Benefit Event is on Tuesday, May 14 at Hillwood Museum, Estate and Gardens

    Email the Executive Director at: director@francedc.org with the first and last name and the email address of all attendees if you buy multiple tickets.

    Tickets can be purchased here

  • "Field trip" to Classicus Farms - April 27

    Saturday April 27th, 8:00am to 5:00pm

    Join us on a "field trip" to Classicus Farms to discover French Dressage!

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  • Meet Author David Diop 04/17

    Meet Author David Diop in person at AFDC- in French!

    Wednesday April 17th — 7:00 - 9:00 PM

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  • Culturethèque is launching soon!

    Culturethèque is getting a new look!

    We are delighted to announce that the new Culturetheque website will be launching, February 20, 2024.

    Thank you for your patience!
    For any questions, please contact library@francedc.org

    • Adult Placement Test Information

      Placement Test Information

      Not sure what your level of French is?  Do the free placement test online!             Take the Placement Test now

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    • Private Classes

      Private Classes

      The Alliance Française de Washington provides customized private one-on-one and semi-private instruction on-site and off-site, as well as Skype lessons with fully qualified French teachers. Start at any time and benefit from flexible scheduling and personalized instruction.

      Submit request form for adult private classes. Learn more about our adult private classes. Learn more about kids & teens private classes here.

    • Adult Group Classes

      Adult Online Classes via Zoom

       Learn French from the comfort of your home. Check here for the schedule. 

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