A World Heritage Site, a crown jewel of Gothic architecture, an early pilgrimage destination
and an active and inclusive place of spirituality today with renowned medieval stained glass.
1000 Years of Chartres
Celebrate the 1000-year jubilee of Chartres Cathedral With American Friends of Chartres.
AFC launched the celebrations of the 1000-year jubilee of the cathedral of Notre-Dame de Chartres on March 19, 2024
at the French Embassy in Washington DC and the Alliance Française Minneapolis!
Join us for an unforgettable journey to Chartres from September 17 to 22nd, 2024
The Winter Sun in Capricorn
A geometric perspective
Thursday, October 24, 2024, 7:30pm EST
Join us for a series of events celebrating the history, art and architecture of Chartres. Through music, talks, exhibitions, and more…
Uncover the resilience of this jewel of gothic architecture and join in the friendships fostered by this world heritage site.
books for holidays!
This Holiday season, American Friends of Chartres is delighted to recommend two wonderful books that celebrate the timeless beauty and artistry of Chartres Cathedral.
Chartres Cathedral by Malcolm Miller, 2004 offers an unparalleled exploration of this iconic landmark through the eyes of one of its foremost experts, while The Illuminated Window, by Virginia Raguin, 2024 delves into the profound artistry and symbolism of stained glass, an integral feature of Chartres’ slendor.
Both books are perfect gifts for art enthusiasts history lovers or anyone captivated by this masterpiece of Gothic architecture.
1000 Years of Chartres
Join us for a series of events celebrating the history, art and architecture of Chartres. Through music, talks, exhibitions, and more…
Uncover the resilience of this jewel of gothic architecture and join in the friendships fostered by this world heritage site.
Research Grant
The AFC-funded Servane de Layre-Mathéus Grant will help to support a research project requiring on-site research in Chartres that promises to advance knowledge and understanding of the cathedral of Notre-Dame de Chartres.
Application Deadline: January 17, 2025
APPLY NOW1000 Years of Chartres
Join us for a series of events celebrating the history, art and architecture of Chartres. Through music, talks, exhibitions, and more…
Uncover the resilience of this jewel of gothic architecture and join in the friendships fostered by this world heritage site.
Research Grant
The AFC-funded Servane de Layre-Mathéus Grant will help to support a research project requiring on-site research in Chartres that promises to advance knowledge and understanding of the cathedral of Notre-Dame de Chartres.
Application Deadline: January 17, 2025
APPLY NOW
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