Tribute to josephine baker

Anniversary of Josephine Baker's induction into the Panthéon: free tour and concert in Le Vésinet (78)

Le Vésinet (78) is celebrating Josephine Baker, international icon and resident of this quiet suburb, on Sunday, November 30, 2025. To mark the fourth anniversary of her induction into the Panthéon, her home, the Villa Beau-Chêne, is opening its doors for a free tribute event open to all. Through music, history, and glamour, her memory continues to swing in the heart of Le Vésinet.

A huge street-art-inspired portrait of Josephine Baker arrives to the Place du Panthéon

On June 3, 2022, as part of the Quartier du Livre Festival, the Place du Panthéon in Paris is to house a huge portrait of the iconic Josephine Baker. The 1,000sqm piece will be made by street-artist Gwendoline Finaz de Villaine.