Written by Emma Pedersen
If you watch movies, you may already be familiar with the name Hans Zimmer. As a world-renowned composer and producer, he is one of the most prominent Germans in Hollywood.
Please note that the German-American Heritage Museum will be closed from Nov. 27 through Nov. 30 as we prepare for our toy exhibit, which will officially open on Friday, Nov. 30 at 6:30 pm.
Dear Members and Friends,
All of us at the GAHM wish you a very happy and relaxing Thanksgiving surrounded by family and friends.
Tomorrow, October 6, is German-American Day 2018! In honor of this occasion, there will be a ceremony at the German-American Friendship Garden in Washington, DC at 10 am.
Written by Emma Pedersen
Every year the Gesellschaft für deutsche Sprache (Association of German Language) selects a Wort des Jahres (Word of the Year).
The German Schrebergarten Tradition
Written by Sam Sjoberg
Since the Industrial Revolution, our jobs have moved from the woods to the wood in our desks but we still participate in low-tech activities such as hiking. The Germans are no different.