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Chateaux of the Loire Valley

GENINT 731.552

Osher (50+). In this course, we explore the art, architecture, and gardens of the castles in the Loire Valley in Central France.

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About this course:

The extraordinary castles of the Loire Valley in the French countryside provide a rich historical backdrop to court life in medieval France that culminated in a flowering of creative endeavors in the French Renaissance. The beauty and refinement of this period set the stage for the legendary elegance and style that has made French design famous. This course explores the lavish art, opulent architecture, and renowned gardens that graced the chateaux. The lives of the kings and queens and members of their court will also be discussed within the social and political surroundings of court life. This course will be recorded. Students will have access to the video for 30 days.

Winter 2026 Schedule

March 9

Monday 10:00AM - 12:00PM PT

Future Offering (Opens November 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)

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Instructor: Eleanor Schrader

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Fee:

$15.00

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Location: Remote Classroom

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Notes

Open to the public. Plus members pay no fee for this course. Visitors not permitted. No refund allowed. Please download a free version of zoom at https://zoom.us/ to participate in this course.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after No drop request allowed after enrollment

Schedule

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Date

Time

Location

Lecture

Mon Mar 9, 2026

10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT

Remote Classroom

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