Happy Fourth of July!
The board members and staff of the German-American Heritage Foundation and Museum wish you all a very happy 4th of July! The museum will be closed tomorrow, and will reopen on Thursday, July 5 at 11 am.
A (Very) Informal Introduction to German Pop Music
Written by Jessi-Alex Brandon
When I first started learning German during my sophomore year of high school, my teacher taught us the language through a variety of ways.
Holidays and Festivals in Germany
Written by Samuel Sjoberg
In many countries, traditional holidays are known internationally. The Americans are famous for July 4, and the French for Bastille Day but what about the Germans?
GAHM Closure on March 30
The German-American Heritage Museum will be closed on March 30, 2018 in observance of Good Friday.
Easter Customs
Written by Michaela Harrington
From Easter eggs (Ostereier) to the Easter Bunny (der Osterhase), the U.S and the German-speaking world share many Easter traditions. Though one of the most important holidays in the Christian calendar, Easter takes many of its traditions from European pagan religions.
International Women’s Day 2018
Written by Michaela Harrington
Around the world, March 8 is celebrated as International Women’s Day. However, despite the fact that it’s celebrated worldwide, the roots of this holiday can be traced to American socialist activists of the early 20th century.