Tour of the NGA with Tosca: "French Women Artists" Saturday 10/04, 10:00AM

ABOUT THE EVENT:

Join art historian Tosca for an engaging and insightful tour of the National Gallery of Art. Discover a new perspective on art history as we explore the lives and works of French women artists from the 18th to the 20th century.

This English-language tour will delve into their struggles and triumphs, examining how they navigated a male-dominated art world and contributed to various artistic movements and revolutions. From their fight for access to education to their lasting impact on the art world, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for these often-overlooked masters and the stories behind their magnificent creations.

Please wear comfortable shoes. There are limited benches or chairs inside the Museum galleries.

While the tour is open to all ages, we ask parents with toddlers and young children to: 1. keep an eye on them ;

2. make sure that they do NOT run around;

3. make sure that they do NOT touch the art;

4. follow all museum rules re: soft voices, no food or drink.

If your child(ren) get(s) tired and become(s) agitated or wails, please take them outside.

ABOUT TOSCA: Art Lecturer & Curator of Cultural Experiences

Art with Tosca was founded in 2021 by Tosca Ruggieri, a French-Italian art historian and licensed guide based in Washington, D.C., and a member of the Guild of Professional Tour Guides of Washington, D.C.

Raised among the artistic heritage of Northeastern France and Tuscany, Tosca studied Art History in Paris and earned graduate degrees from EPHE-Sorbonne and King’s College London. She began her career working with private art collections and galleries in London, later teaching art history at a French university.

Today, Tosca leads curated tours at major Washington institutions including the National Gallery of Art, the Phillips Collection, and the Smithsonian museums. Her work spans from the Italian Renaissance to Modern art and combines deep scholarship with engaging storytelling.

Through her tours and lectures—both in-person and virtual—Tosca is committed to making art accessible, meaningful, and inspiring for all audiences.

Her website: https://artwithtosca.com/

Host or Publisher Alliance Française de Washington, DC (AFDC)