La Grande Fête de la Francophonie
Festival

In partnership with

Smithsonian
The Smithsonian Institution is a group of museums and education and research centers, the largest such complex in the world, created by the U.S. government "for the increase and diffusion of knowledge". Founded on August 10, 1846, the institution is named after its founding donor, British scientist James Smithson. The Institution's 19 museums, 21 libraries, nine research centers, and zoo include historical and architectural landmarks, mostly located in the District of Columbia.