An Evening at Versailles
WMF's 60th Anniversary Gala at Versailles
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To mark our 60th anniversary, World Monuments Fund (WMF) is hosting a series of 60 exceptional events around the globe, including six major international galas.
In France, this celebration takes the form of a special gala at the Domaine du Trianon in the Château de Versailles on Friday, October 3, 2025. Under the theme Le Règne végétal – du Potager au Palais, the event brings together patrons, partners, and friends of WMF to honor six decades of dedication to preserving the world’s cultural heritage.
Join us in our essential work of protecting places of deep cultural significance. Your gift today helps WMF:
- Train future craftspeople and conservators
- Provide essential tools and materials for conservation projects
- Partner with communities to assess and meet their preservation needs
Thank you for standing with us to safeguard the irreplaceable.
Purchase the Evening’s Special Creations
Gala Plates
In the Versailles tradition of showcasing the very best of French culture, the collection of art de table and objects designed by Zoë de Givenchy for ZdG, in support of WMF and its projects in France, are a celebration of the finest French artisanal craft and commissioned artists.
These charging plates have been designed and produced by Zoë de Givenchy and Bernardaud exclusively for the evening of October 3rd. The complete porcelain collection and fine linens, glass and cutlery together with a selection of decorative objects will be available for purchase after tonight.
$2,400 (excluding delivery charges) per set of six, of which $1,230 tax deductible.
To benefit from an American fiscal deduction, click here.
Quantities are very limited. Please write to france@wmf.org to learn more.
Decorative Trees
The evening’s sculptured espalier centrepieces were imagined to showcase the horticultural theatre for which Potager du Roi designer and agronomist Jean-Baptiste de La Quintinie was famed. Created by artist Carlotta de Guitaut, these centrepieces mirror the flora of the Potager du Roi – including its cherry, pear, apple, and fig espaliers – which remained in bloom throughout the four seasons thanks to the Potager’s ingenious design.
$2,400 each (excluding delivery charges), of which $1,582 is tax deductible.
To benefit from an American fiscal deduction, click here.
Quantities are very limited. Please write to france@wmf.org to learn more.
Make a Donation
A gift of $1,000
Supports training for local conservation teams across France, including:
- Skill-building workshops for gardeners at the Potager du Roi
- Replanting perennial species at the Potager du Roi
- Welcoming students for conservation work at the Sorbonne Chapel in Paris
A gift of $2,500
Provides essential tools and materials for preservation work, including:
- Replanting fruit trees on the Potager du Roi’s northern terrace
- Supporting restoration at Saint-Eustache Church in Paris
A gift of $5,000
Funds community engagement and conservation project development, such as:
- Expertise to reinterpret the Sorbonne Chapel’s story, helping to make this accessible for the public
- Planning new interpretation strategies for the Potager du Roi to assist visitor flow and understanding
A gift of $10,000
Invests in the next generation of preservation professionals, including:
- A new training program for conservators at Paris’ Sorbonne Chapel
- Research to restore historic water systems used across the Potager du Roi
Join WMF’s International Council in France
International Council (IC) members play a vital role in WMF’s mission. They work closely with leadership to expand our reach, facilitate partnerships, fund international projects, and advocate for cultural heritage preservation.
WMF France’s IC Chapter is led by Chair Ellie Peugeot, and members enjoy access to exclusive events and trips in France and around the world.
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For any questions, please contact france@wmf.org.