France in the United States

On October 6, a new historical marker was unveiled in Smithland Kentucky, to mark General Lafayette’s visit to the area on May 6, 1825, during his Farewell Tour of the United States in 1824-1825.

On September 11-12, Consul General Tagand, Valérie Livrelli, Scientific Attaché and Deputy Laura Goutaudier, as well as Caroline Hourdry, Higher Education and French Language Attaché, toured Ohio to discuss education, business, tech and innovation. The program included 3 stops in Cleveland, Akron and Columbus.

We’re delighted to introduce the newest members of our team. Valérie Livrelli, Scientific Attaché, Caroline Hourdry, Higher Education and French Language Attaché, François Le Goff, Head of Chancery, and Pauline Moraux, Consular Agent. Bienvenue !

The Ambassador of France Laurent Bili made a special trip to Michigan July 22-24, 2024. On his fourth visit to the Midwest this year, he addressed with local leaders the multifaceted relationship between France and Michigan, the importance of the French economic footprint in the Detroit area, and the rich collaborations existing in the scientific, economic, and cultural fields.

French Ambassador to the U.S., Laurent Bili, made his first visit to Wisconsin July 16-18, 2024. The Ambassador discussed scientific cooperation at the Biohealth Tech Hub in Madison, business and strategies with ManpowerGroup and cultural cooperation at the Milwaukee Art Museum.