Clark Art Lecture on Race and Celebrity in Historical France

08:13AM / Thursday, September 19, 2024Print Story | Email Story

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — On Saturday, Sept. 21, the Clark Art Institute presents a lecture titled "Race and Celebrity in Historical France: Examining the Chevalier de Saint-George" by Christy Pichichero, Associate Professor of History, French, and African and African American Studies at George Mason University.

This free event takes place at 11 am in the Manton Research Center auditorium.

According to a press release:

In her lecture, Pichichero explores race and celebrity in eighteenth- and early nineteenth-century France, a topic that connects Guillaume Lethière to his contemporary, Joseph Bologne, the Chevalier de Saint-George. An expert on eighteenth-century France and the French Empire, Pichichero is also writing an experimental biography on the Chevalier de Saint-George.

Guillaume Lethière celebrates the Caribbean-born artist who became a leading figure in revolutionary France, shedding new light on the reception of Caribbean artists in France during his lifetime. The exhibition is on view through October 14 at the Clark and then travels to Paris where it will be presented at the Musée du Louvre from Nov. 13, 2024 through Feb. 17, 2025.

Free. Accessible seats available; for information, call 413 458 0524.

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St. Stan's Students Spread Holiday Cheer at Williamstown Commons

By Jack GuerinoiBerkshires Staff
12:50PM / Sunday, December 21, 2025

WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Students from St. Stanislaus Kostka School in Adams brought the holiday spirit to Williamstown Commons on Thursday, delivering handmade Christmas cards and leading residents in a community caroling session.

"It honestly means the world to us because it means the world to them," said nursing home Administrator Alex Fox on Thursday morning. "This made their days. This could have even made their weeks. It could have made their Christmas, seeing the children and interacting with the community."

Teacher Kate Mendonca said this is the first year her class has visited the facility, noting that the initiative was driven entirely by the students.

"This came from the kids. They said they wanted to create something and give back," Mendonca said. "We want our students involved in the community instead of just reading from a religion book."

Preparation for the event began in early December, with students crafting bells to accompany their singing. The handmade cards were completed last week.

"It's important for them to know that it's not just about them during Christmas," Mendonca said. "It's about everyone, for sure. I hope that they know they really helped a lot of people today and hopefully it brought joy to the residents here."

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