A series of five lectures designed for beginners, offering an overview of architectural modernity in the USA during the 20th century. Led by Bruno Marchand, honorary professor at EPFL, the lectures cover topics such as the skyscrapers in Manhattan, the Chicago School, Louis Sullivan, Frank Lloyd Wright, post-war domestic architecture, Mies’ legacy, architectural sculptures, postmodernism, and the return to architectural modernism.
In French.
Watches and Wonders Geneva invites you to a complimentary event in downtown Geneva, offering insight into the art of watchmaking and an exploration of the concept of time. At the Watchmaking Village, located at Pont de la Machine, visitors can engage in educational and cultural workshops and exhibitions. Discover the intricacies of watchmaking professions and witness live qualifications for SwissSkills 2025. Enjoy readings, screenings, and workshops that provide unique perspectives on time. Don’t miss the nighttime event and evening festivities in the Rue-Basses for a distinctive horological experience.
The 10th edition of the Festival Histoire et Cité delves into the intricate relationship between humans and animals, spanning from prehistory to the present. With nearly 150 invited guests, including Michel Pastoureau and Marie Darrieussecq, the festival offers conferences, film screenings, exhibitions, and roundtable discussions on contemporary animal-related issues. This free event takes place across multiple cities.
A panel discussion at IHEID will delve into the root causes of hunger, emphasizing the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Experts will examine disparities in resource access, agricultural policies, and the effects of environmental and economic crises. The discussion will highlight the challenges in the DRC, where conflicts and instability worsen food insecurity. Following the discussion, there will be a food drive to support UNIGE’HELP, aiding vulnerable individuals in Geneva. The evening will conclude with a friendly gathering over drinks and snacks.
In French.
Terre des Hommes, Barbara Hintermann, Executive Director
The ongoing funding crisis, driven by budget cuts in Europe, Switzerland, and the US funding freeze, poses urgent challenges for the humanitarian sector. In response, a series of private, non-political gatherings in Geneva (Confederation Centre) will bring together leaders to discuss the evolving landscape of humanitarian action.
This initiative aligns with SEP (Social Enterprise Project), a luxury fashion and lifestyle brand with a social impact focus. Founded in Jordan’s Jerash “Gaza” Camp, SEP collaborates with over 600 refugee embroidery artists, empowering them through sustainable economic opportunities.
In English.
Interview conducted by Pascal Schouwey, independent journalist. In partnership with the Histoire et Cité Festival.
Marie Darrieussecq describes herself as “atheist, feminist, and European.” She gained worldwide recognition at 27 with Truismes (1996), a sensual fable about a woman transforming into a pig, which sold over a million copies and was translated into around 40 languages. A graduate of the École Normale Supérieure, Darrieussecq has been a psychoanalyst, columnist, and author of books for children and art publications.
Known for her works such as Notre vie dans les forêts (2007) and Pas dormir (2021), she has remained loyal to the publishing house P.O.L. Her novel Il faut beaucoup aimer les hommes (2013) won both the Prix Médicis and the Prix des prix. Her twentieth novel, Fabriquer une femme (2024), explores the divergent paths of two childhood friends as they navigate adulthood through the 1980s and ’90s, a period marked by the AIDS epidemic, political struggles, technological revolutions, and societal pressures.
In French.
The MEG and Archipel Festival welcome South African guitarist Sibusile Xaba for a concert, followed by a meal and discussion led by Mo Laudi. This event, part of the MEGAFOLK series, celebrates the revival of South African maskandi through Xaba’s dreamy and socially conscious music. After the performance, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in conversation about his musical practice and the cultural context of his work.
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