Registration Opens for Spring 2024 “Let’s Talk Luxembourg” Virtual Program Series
Registration is Open for LACS Spring 2024 “Let’s Talk Luxembourg” Virtual Program Series
BELGIUM, WISCONSIN, JANUARY 19, 2024. The Luxembourg American Cultural Society has opened registration for its Spring 2024 “Let’s Talk Luxembourg” virtual programming series. This series features three one-hour programs that explore various topics in Luxembourg/ Luxembourg-American history, culture, current events, lasting traditions, and more from the comfort of your home via ZOOM. These programs are free to LACS members and $15 each for non-members. All attendees must register in advance at www.lacs.lu/events.
This spring’s programs are:
“Virtual Collections Visit”
Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 11 AM CT
Ever wonder what is behind the scenes in the archives and collections of the LACS? Join Curator Serena Stuettgen for a look into the artifact collection with objects that are not currently on exhibit! She will give an overview of the over 20,000 items in the LACS collection and talk a little about how the LACS preserves Luxembourg American heritage and culture through artifacts. Then Serena will showcase artifacts selected from the collection that help tell the history and culture of the Luxembourg American community.
“History Talk: Luxembourg’s Steel Industry”
Friday, March 8, 2024 at 11 AM CT
Did you know that the One World Trade Center and American Family Field (formerly Miller Park) were built with Luxembourgish steel? Luxembourg has a rich agricultural history that many of us are familiar with. However, during Europe’s Industrial Revolution (1840s-1890s), Luxembourg completely shifted from an agricultural society to an industrious society with the mass production of steel. Former Ambassador Carlo Krieger will discuss the history of Luxembourg’s steel industry and how it shaped the Luxembourg we know today.
“Exploring the Luxembourg National Archives”
Friday, April 26, 2024 at 10 AM CT
Interested in learning more about your ancestors who emigrated from Luxembourg? The Luxembourg National Archives is a great place to start! The Luxembourg National Archives play a key role in the conservation and communication of public and private archives as well as in the records management within the Luxembourg state. This work is essential in order to maintain the memory of the country, for a more transparent and more democratic society and for the proper functioning of public organizations. The National Archives enable citizens and researchers to have access to Luxembourg’s collective and individual memory.
Please contact Tara Williams with any press requests at twilliams@lacs.lu
**The Luxembourg American Cultural Society’s mission is to preserve the roots of our heritage and nurture the leaves of ongoing relationships between Luxembourg and America.**
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