The AFMO Quarterly


Spring 2026

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In Bartholdi’s Footsteps

In celebration of the Musée d’Orsay’s fall exhibition, Auguste Bartholdi. Liberty Enlightening the World, AFMO patrons are invited to embark on a unique adventure to Auguste Bartholdi’s hometown in Colmar, Alsace from Sunday, October 25th to Wednesday, October 28th 2026.

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A Weekend in Paris 2026

Join us in Paris this October and celebrate the Musée d’Orsay, the Musée de l’Orangerie, and French-American friendship.

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Contemporary Art

Beyond its dedication to the Musée d’Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie, AFMO is committed to supporting both established and emerging contemporary artists. We are proud to support the Musée d’Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie’s contemporary art exhibitions.

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The “To Whom Do These Works Belong” Gallery at the Musée d’Orsay

More than ever, the Musée d’Orsay is committed to in-depth research on the provenance of its collections. In accordance with the values ​​upheld by the institution and the ethical standards established by ICOM, the Washington Convention (1998), and the Ministry of Culture, the history of the works is now the subject of rigorous attention, and the Musée d’Orsay actively participates in the renewed research on the provenance of works in its collections.

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