The Huguenots: From Geneva to Hancock

On Tuesday, May 7, 2024, the French-American Heritage Foundation of Minnesota (FAHF) presents speaker Neil Simonson who will give a presentation on French Huguenots at the Washington County Heritage Center from 6 PM to 7:30 PM. During his talk, Neil will provide an outline of the Protestant French from the Reformation in 1517 through the 16th century, the French Wars of Religion through the Edict of Nantes and its repeal, and up to the Sun King (King Louis XIV). He will then discuss what is known as the French Diaspora, including the direct migration to the U.S. and Canada. Neil Simonson is a direct descendant of Henry Grandjean, a French Huguenot. Attendance is FREE and open to the public. Goodwill offering only. Please register by sending an email to mlabine@msn.com. FAHF books and information will be available at the event. Refreshments will be provided.