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Met Classics:

September 10 – 16, 2021 MUSEUM TRAVEL ALLIANCE

Dear Travelers and Friends, This September, join the Museum Travel Alliance for five inspiring days in the City of Light. You will travel in the company of a specialist in 18th- and 19th-century French from The Metropolitan Museum of Art. This extraordinary access to world-renowned experts is one of the features of all trips offered by the Museum Travel Alliance. On this in-depth journey filled with rare treasures, enjoy exclusive explorations of Paris’ most celebrated museums as well as hidden gems. Delight in special access to the art, culture, gastronomy, and architecture that make Paris endlessly enchanting. Begin with an enriching walk to take in the city’s awe-inspiring beauty. At the Gobelins Manufactory, founded in 1601, witness weavers creating exquisite on centuries-old looms. Join a curator for a private tour of the opulent , where you will receive exclusive entry to rooms not usually open to the public. Admire wonderful contemporary art in the Pinault Collection at the just-opened Bourse de Commerce, a 19th-century stock exchange transformed into a dazzling art space by architect Tadao Ando. Venture to the Musée d’Orsay for private, before-hours access to its unrivaled collection of 19th-century French painting, and experience ’s cycle of on a special tour at the Musée de l’Orangerie. During an exclusive visit to the couture house of Oscar de la Renta, you will behold a superb discovery: a 17th- century painting recently uncovered within its walls. Conclude with two unforgettable behind-the-scenes : a private look at the esteemed collections of the and a special visit to the Archives of , a family-owned space closed to the public. While there, peruse marvelous photographs and documents owned by a late 19th-century art dealer who championed Claude Monet and his fellow Impressionists. Enjoy a five-night stay at the legendary Hôtel on the Left Bank, and revel in elegant receptions and delicious meals in beguiling settings. HIGHLIGHTS I hope you will join us to savor new JOIN a curator for an exclusive tour of the Musée delights in this incomparable city. d’Orsay’s galleries featuring works by Courbet, Manet, Sincerely, Cézanne, and other 19th-century masters

EXPERIENCE a private tour of the iconic collections Mona Lisa of the Louvre, from the and other masterworks Jim Friedlander of the Italian Renaissance to French Neoclassical and President, Romantic paintings Museum Travel Alliance

ENJOY exclusive access to the 17th-century Palace of Versailles, accompanying a curator to discover lavish rooms Bourse de Commerce, photo by Spencer Means not generally accessible to visitors

VISIT the Archives of Impressionism, which is closed to the public, and view its superb collection of photographs and other documentation belonging to Paul Durand-Ruel, a preeminent late 19th-century art dealer

DELIGHT in an exclusive viewing of a recently uncovered treasure in the couture house of Oscar de la Renta, a 17th-century painting discovered behind the walls during a renovation Met Classics: Paris

September 10 – 16, 2021

Palais Galliera, photo by Joe deSousa

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12: PARIS This morning, take a short drive to the Palace of Versailles, the principal royal residence of from 1682 until the start of the in 1789. We will have priority access with a curator and be able to see rooms not generally open to the public. Upon return to Paris, visit the newly opened Bourse de Commerce. Noted architect Tadao Ando has transformed this historic building, which was once Paris’s stock exchange, into the breathtaking new exhibition space for the Pinault Collection. This evening, we will enjoy cocktails and dinner at a special venue. B,R,D

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 13: PARIS Following breakfast and a lecture, visit the Musée d’Orsay, Musée d’Orsay, photo by deadmanjones with its excellent collection of late 19th- and early 20th- century art housed in a former train station. Meet a curator in the conservation laboratory and admire works FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10: DEPARTURE by Courbet, Manet, Cézanne, and other influential French Depart for Paris on an overnight flight. artists. After lunch, visit the Musée de l’Orangerie to see Water Lilies SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11: PARIS, FRANCE Claude Monet’s , his famous cycle of nearly 300 Arrive in Paris this morning and transfer to our hotel, the oil paintings, eight of which are displayed side by side at elegant Pont Royal. This afternoon, we will enjoy lunch and the museum. This evening savor a dinner at leisure. B,L a walking tour of the area around the hotel. We will visit the Gobelins Manufactory, part of the French Ministry of Culture, Tenture de Scipion: La Bataille de Zama (1688-1690) , which still produces tapestries. The complex also houses Gobelins Manufactory the Galerie des Gobelins, with temporary exhibitions of tapestries, furniture, and objects from the Mobilier National (the state furniture collection). Watch weavers create modern tapestries using age-old techniques and centuries-old wooden looms. Later this afternoon, we will enjoy a welcome cocktail reception at the hotel. Afterwards spend some time on your own for the rest of the evening. L,R ACCOMMODATIONS HÔTEL PONT ROYAL Located in the midst of the stylish Saint-Germain des Prés area, Pont Royal is home to a long literary tradition. By staying in the heart of Saint-Germain des Prés, you immerse yourself in literary and artistic Paris. The hotel has 65 elegant rooms and 10 suites with romantic views of the city, free Wi-Fi, Nespresso machine, minibar, and in-room safe.

Hôtel Pont Royal

Musée Jacquemart-André,Railyard Artsphoto District, by Christophe photo by Recoura trover

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14: PARIS This morning, enjoy a lecture and breakfast at the hotel. We will visit the Palais Galliera, a fashion museum recently reopened after a massive renovation. Continue to the couture house of Oscar de la Renta for a very special viewing of a 17th-century painting that was found during its own renovation. Afterwards, visit the Musée Carnavalet, a museum on the , which houses a set of ’s toiletries, Proust’s room, and relics of the French Revolution; or choose to visit the intimate Musée Lobby, Hôtel Pont Royal Jacquemart-André. B,L,D

PROGRAM RATE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15: PARIS Begin the day with a private tour of the Louvre Museum. $6,799 per person, double rate After lunch at leisure, enjoy a special opening of the $8,199 single rate Archives of Impressionism, which is closed to the public and RATE INCLUDES houses a wonderful collection of photographs and archival n Five nights accommodations as per itinerary materials belonging to Paul Durand-Ruel, the visionary art n Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, dealer who championed the Impressionists in both Paris R=Reception, D=Dinner); bottled water, soft drinks, juices, and and New York City in the late 19th century. Notably, Monet coffee/tea with all meals; house wine at lunches and dinners first exhibited his celebrated Haystacks series in Durand- n Airport/hotel/airport group transfers for all participants on Ruel’s Paris gallery in 1891. Later, we will have a reception suggested flights and a festive farewell dinner near the hotel. B,R,D n Escorted sightseeing, transportation, and entrance fees for all included visits

n THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16: PARIS / RETURN Enrichment program of lectures and special events Depart the hotel this morning for flights home. B n Taxes, service, and porterage charges; gratuities to local guides and drivers DISCLAIMER: The itinerary is subject to change at the NOT INCLUDED IN RATE International airfare; passport/visa fees; discretion of The Museum Travel Alliance and Arrangements meals not specified; alcoholic beverages other than noted in inclusions; Abroad. For complete details, please carefully read the terms baggage in excess of one suitcase; personal items and expenses; airport and conditions at https://museumtravelalliance.com/faq.php. transfers other than for those on suggested flights; trip insurance; any other items not specifically mentioned as included. Palace of Versailles, © Dennis Jarvis

MUSEUM TRAVEL ALLIANCE MET CLASSICS: PARIS n SEPTEMBER 10–16, 2021 RESERVATION FORM

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Front cover photo: Louvre Museum, photo by Edi Nugraha. B_21LNDCDG0910_MTA CST 2059789-40