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Online Lecture: Catherine de Medici — The Power Behind the Throne

Program No. 25212RJ
Join us on Monday, April 7, 2025, at 2 p.m. (ET)/ 11 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about Catherine de Medici.
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From the Middle Ages to the Renaissance, three queens shaped the course of France through power, ambition and resilience. Join Caroline Buizza, local educator, for her latest series on extraordinary women in French history. In this third session, learn about one of the most emblematic figures of the Renaissance, Catherine de Medici. She was Queen of France as the wife of Henri II, but her true influence emerged as Queen Mother. As regent for her sons, she wielded immense power, navigating court intrigue and religious conflict. Often seen as dark and mysterious, Catherine remains one of history’s most fascinating queens.

General Notes

This lecture is the third in a series of lectures focused on Queens of France. The series will take place on three consecutive Mondays. We also invite you to enroll in "Online Lecture: Alienor of Aquitaine — A Queen with Two Crowns" (#25197) on March 24, 2025, at 2 p.m. ET/ 11 a.m. PT and in "Online Lecture: Anne de Bretagne — A Queen with Two Crowns" (#25193) on March 31, 2025, at 2 p.m. ET/ 11 a.m. PT. The cost for each lecture is $25. Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and reminder emails leading up to the lecture. On the morning of the event, you will receive an email with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.
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Caroline Buizza
Caroline was born and raised in Lyon, the capital city of French gastronomy. After completing her Masters degree in Canada, she became a teacher and worked in Finland, England, and France. However, she was meant to be on the road and thus decided to go back to school to become a tour guide. She has always been in love with French history, art and culture and she takes pride in sharing her country's wonderful heritage with groups. Caroline has been leading tours for six years now and visitors have been enchanted with her dedication, her depth of knowledge and her enthusiasm. When not working, Caroline can be found hiking or snowboarding in the Alps, baking or traveling the world. She started traveling when she graduated from high school and has never stopped since then. So far, she has visited 37 countries, but her bucket list seems never-ending!

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Caroline was born and raised in Lyon, the capital city of French gastronomy. After completing her Masters degree in Canada, she became a teacher and worked in Finland, England, and France. However, she was meant to be on the road and thus decided to go back to school to become a tour guide. She has always been in love with French history, art and culture and she takes pride in sharing her country's wonderful heritage with groups. Caroline has been leading tours for six years now and visitors have been enchanted with her dedication, her depth of knowledge and her enthusiasm. When not working, Caroline can be found hiking or snowboarding in the Alps, baking or traveling the world. She started traveling when she graduated from high school and has never stopped since then. So far, she has visited 37 countries, but her bucket list seems never-ending!
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