L'Union Française

09/01/2026

These six lessons will focus on a number of modern and contemporary French female film directors. The classes will begin with the first woman to direct a film. From 1896 to 1906, she was probably the only female director in the world; she was French, and her name was Alice Guy. The other sessions will focus on more contemporary female directors who have made their mark on 21st-century French cinema.
More info on the course is on our website.

08/29/2026

Our course focuses on female writers/poets from the Caribbean or Louisiana who write in French or Creole and who have played an important role in Caribbean literature. This semester we will be covering writers such as Suzanne Césaire, Maryse Condé, Sybil Kein, Marie Vieux-Chauvet, and Gerty Dambury. More info is on our website.

Our class in French language cinema features a mix of contemporary and classic films from across the Francophone world. Students watch the films on their own and come together to examine dialogue, themes, and have a general discussion about the film. Films are from countries such as France, Morocc

08/25/2026

Learn the French that is spoken in everyday life. This class goes beyond the textbook and grammar rules, giving you access to the language that is used among friends, in song lyrics, and in film and TV shows. Enroll now on our website.

08/19/2026

Venez passer un bon moment avec nous le vendredi 21 août. L'événement est gratuit et ouvert au public.

Come pass a good time with us on Friday, August 21. Event is free and open to the public.

08/18/2026

🍃L’Union Française is fall-in’ into French!🍂

Located in Uptown New Orleans and existing as a staple of the community since 1872, we offer adult classes in French (and Louisiana Creole AKA Kouri-Vini!) as well as cultural events for the whole family.

Our fall 2026 classes start the week of September 14th and are filling up fast. We’ve got classes for absolute beginners, complete pro’s, and everything in between. Learn more and register now at http://lunionfrancaise.org.

08/12/2026

Have you always wanted to learn French but never found the right opportunity to do so? Well, here's your chance. This fall we are offering French language classes for absolute beginners. In addition to an affordable price, our classes are small and relaxed.
Now's the best time to start your French journey with us at L'Union Française, Louisiana's oldest Francophone nonprofit organization.

Louisiana's oldest French organization, founded in 1872, offers French language classes for adults and cultural events. Our mission is to support French language and Francophone cultures.

08/06/2026

Fall into French this fall with language and cultural classes at all levels. Our classes are both affordable and intimate, fostering a fun and dynamic learning environment while building community. Daytime, evening, and weekend options are available. Check out our website for the full schedule.

L'Union Française offers affordable French language classes at all levels from beginner to intermediate to advanced. Our classes are small in size and lead by experienced teachers. Whether it is your first time learning French or you want to improve your language skills, we have the right class for

07/28/2026

Now's the time to enroll in our Travel French class - 6 sessions that will help enhance your next trip to France or a French-speaking country.

07/24/2026

Our fall open house is coming up soon so please save the date - September 12. And, our fall classes are now also open for registration. Check out our class schedule on our website and sign up for a language or cultural class today.

L'Union Française offers affordable French language classes at all levels from beginner to intermediate to advanced. Our classes are small in size and lead by experienced teachers. Whether it is your first time learning French or you want to improve your language skills, we have the right class for