Virtual Programming Series
Join the LACS community from the comfort of your own home! In these virtual programs, we will explore Luxembourg/Luxembourg-American history and culture, current events, lasting traditions, and so much more!
Upcoming Programs
Echoes on Airwaves: The Legacy of Radio Luxembourg
Saturday, April 26th, 2025@ 10am Central Time
THIS VIRTUAL PROGRAM WILL NOT BE RECORDED!
It can be Exclusively watched live during the Let’s Talk Luxembourg Viewing, get your tickets before it’s too late!
Radio Luxembourg, a small yet incredibly influential phenomenon of the 20th century, reached over 100 million listeners across 60 countries at its height. The research project Radio Luxembourg – The station that changed our world tells the fascinating history of this multilingual radio station that transcended borders, offering music, culture, and news to generations during some of the most politically and culturally turbulent times in history.
For many, Radio Luxembourg was a secret companion under the covers at night, a bridge to freedom during political oppression, and a cultural beacon in times of uncertainty.
During the Let’s Talk Luxembourg Program, we’ll discuss the delicate balance of influence and responsibility that comes with such power and explore how a small nation like Luxembourg became the beating heart of a station that connected the world.
Previous Programs
Fall Cooking Class
Sunday, October 3, 2021 @ 1pm Central Time
Celebrate the beginning of fall by cooking some seasonal recipes with Nicky Krieger. Nicky will be making the classic Luxembourgish soup Bouneschlupp, and she will give a demonstration of the popular street food gromperekichelcher. Cook along with Nicky or watch and enjoy!
History Talk: Emigration from Luxembourg to the United States
Saturday, October 23, 2021 @ 12pm Central Time
Learn about Luxembourg-United States history with LACS Board Member Jean Ensch. During this talk, Jean will share some of his extensive research about emigration from Luxembourg to the United States. He will give a broad overview of the reasons for emigration from Luxembourg, the transatlantic voyage, and the destination of Luxembourg settlements in the United States.
Virtual Tour of Echternach, Luxembourg
Saturday, November 20, 2021 @ 11am Central Time
Join Georges Calteux for a virtual tour of Echternach. He will share Echternach’s storied past, some of its recognizable locations, and its beloved traditions. Georges will also briefly discuss the tragic recent floods that forced evacuations in the area.
Celebrating St. Nicholas Day in Luxembourg
Sunday, December 5, 2021 @ 11am Central Time
Get in the holiday spirit by making traditional Boxemännchen with Nicky Krieger-Loos and Marc Weydert. This cooking class will be fun for the whole family as Nicky and Marc will make this holiday treat and share other Luxembourg holiday traditions.
Getting Ready for Fuesend!
Sunday, January 16, 2022 @ 11am Central Time
Join Nicky Krieger-Loos in preparing for Fuesend, Carnival in Luxembourg. Learn about the festival’s traditions and all of the sweet treats Luxembourgers make for this time of year. Nicky will provide a cooking demonstration of a couple popular fried donuts, giving you plenty of time to practice the recipe before Fuesend in February.
Virtual Collections Visit
Saturday, March 5, 2022 @ 12pm Central Time
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!
A Dual Citizen Life
Saturday, April 2, 2022 @ 11am Central Time
Interested in learning what it’s like to become a Dual Citizen of Luxembourg? Join us for a conversation with some LACS members as they recount their experiences going through the Luxembourg Citizenship reclamation process.
Fall-ing for Quetschentaart
Saturday, September 24, 2022 @ 11am Central Time
Join Nicky Krieger-Loos to make this classic Luxembourgish fruit tart. Cook along or watch and enjoy!
Introducing the Luxembourg Online Dictionary
Friday, October 21, 2022 @ 11am Central Time
Learn how you can use the brand new version of the Luxembourg Online Dictionary with Alexandre Ecker and Sarah Hess from the Center for the Luxembourgish Language.
Capturing Luxembourg American History through Storytelling
Saturday, November 5, 2022 @ 11am Central Time
Join us for a talk about Oral History and a behind the scenes look of Voices From the Village!
The Holidays in Luxembourg
Saturday, December 3, 2022 @ 11am Central Time
Join Nicky Krieger-Loos and Marc Weydert to celebrate this festive season and make the classic holiday recipe bûche de Noël!
UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Luxembourg
RESCHEDULED Thursday, March 16, 2023 @ 11am Central Time
Join us for a discussion with Patrick Dondelinger, Head of Research of Intangible Cultural Heritage for the Luxembourg Ministry of Culture.
Exploring Lëtzebuerg City Museum
Friday, April 21, 2023 @ 11am Central Time
Join Guy Thewes as he takes us on a virtual tour of the Lëtzebuerg City Museum and its collections. The museum is located in the heart of the old town since 1996. Its spectacular architecture is much like a metaphor of the city of Luxembourg itself, its jagged relief, its maze of streets and houses, and its various historical layers.
Luxembourg Immigration to Brazil
Saturday, May 6, 2023 @ 11am Central Time
Did you know Brazil has a strong Luxembourgish population? Honorary Ambassador Carlo Krieger will present on the immigration of Luxembourgers to Brazil, the other America. As the former Luxembourg Ambassador to Brazil, he will explore the similarities and differences between Luxembourg immigration to Brazil and the United States.
Virtual Visit of MUDAM
The Contemporary Art Museum of Luxembourg
Tuesday, October 24, 2023 @ 11am Central Time
This talk discusses Luxembourg’s art scene through the exhibits and collections of the MUDAM. Executive Director, Bettina Steinbrügge, she takes us on a virtual presentation of her vision for MUDAM – The Contemporary Art Museum of Luxembourg.
Bettina will share her vision for MUDAM by presenting the 2024 artistic program and the way it unfolds as a new model for a contemporary art museum and collection aimed to engage broad audiences.
MUDAM (c.1998) stands for Musée d’Art Moderne Grand-Duc Jean, which currently uses the title Mudam — the Contemporary Art Museum of Luxembourg.
History Talk: The Early Years of Luxembourg
Friday, November 3, 2023 @ 12pm Central Time
Learn about Luxembourg’s early history, long before it became an independent country.
The name/word ‘Luxembourg’ can be found in texts as early as 963AD. In the modern age, we typically look to the last 200 years of Luxembourg’s history. But Luxembourg has a rich history that goes beyond just 200 years ago.
Board Member Marc Klein will discuss the history of Luxembourg from 963 to 1443 when the Duchy passed control to The Duke of Burgundy, Philip the Good. Marc will talk about the first sovereigns from the House of Luxembourg, the four emperors from the House of Luxembourg, and the last years before the Duchy became part of Burgund.
Holiday Cooking Class
Saturday, December 2, 2023 @ 11am Central Time
Celebrate the holidays by cooking some seasonal recipes with Nicky Krieger-Loos and Marc Weydert. Check back later to see what they will be cooking up this season!
Virtual Collections Visit – Part II
Saturday, February 10, 2024 @ 11am Central Time
Ever wonder what is behind the scenes in the archives and collections of the LACS?
Join Museum Curator Serena Stuettgen for another look into the artifact collection with objects that are not currently on exhibit! She will give an introduction to the 20,000 plus items in the LACS collection and talk about how the LACS preserves Luxembourg American heritage and culture through artifacts. This second Virtual Collections Visit will showcase a different selection of artifacts 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 @ 11am Central Time
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 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 @ 10 am Central Time
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.
During this talk, Nadine Zeien and Sanja Simic will provide you with an overview of the Luxembourg National Archives’ missions and activities, and guide you through the archival material available online for every person interested in genealogical research.
Winter Cooking Class with Nicky and Marc
Saturday, November 9, 2024 @ 11 am Central Time
Presented by Nicky Krieger-Loos and Marc Weydert
Join us as Nicky and Marc lead us through the process of cooking some traditional Luxembourg winter dishes- Lënsenzopp (lentil soup) and Paangecher (crêpes or thin pancakes).
Before potatoes were brought to Europe in the 18th century, lentils, peas and beans were basic food items in Luxembourg. Our lentil soup is a hearty, warm soup. Served with bacon, Mettwurscht or pancakes, it is a meal on its own.
Paangecher are a very thin version of pancakes, and we will show you some ideas on how to serve them in different ways.
Preserving Luxembourg’s Castles and Architectural Heritage
October 24, 2024 @ 11 am Central Time
From impressive castles and sacred churches to industrial structures, these architectural features across Luxembourg’s landscape are crucial to understanding its rich history.
But how do we ensure these significant sites will last for generations to come? Join Patrick Sanavia to learn about the critical work of INPA and their projects.
Exploring Luxembourg’s Wine Heritage
Saturday, December 7th, 2024 @ 11 am Central Time
Dive into Luxembourg’s booming wine industry with Paul Thill and Claire Sertznig of Luxembourg’s Wine Institute. This session will offer an introduction to the country’s esteemed wines, wine-growing culture, and expansive wine economy. Thill and Sertznig will also share the role the Wine Institute plays in keeping Luxembourg’s wine high quality, sustainable, and environmentally friendly.
80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Luxembourg
Friday, February 28th, 2025@ 10am Central Time
During this special virtual program, we will commemorate the 80th anniversary of two pivotal events in World War II history: the liberation of Luxembourg and the Battle of the Bulge. Join Roland Gaul as he takes us through the key moments that changed the course of WWII and how these events have strengthened the relationship between Luxembourg and the United States. This event is a unique opportunity to reflect on this important time in history and to honor and remember the heroes of WWII.
Oktav of Our Lady of Luxembourg: A Pilgrimage of Faith and Tradition
Saturday, March 15th, 2025@ 10am Central Time
The 400th Jubilee Celebration of Our Lady of Luxembourg began in December 2024 as the Archdiocese of Luxembourg celebrated the 400th anniversary of the devotion to Our Lady of Luxembourg under the vocable of “Consolatrix Afflictorum” (Consoler of the Afflicted). The December 1624 procession with the statue of the virgin Mary was the starting point of the erection of a pilgrimage chapel and the election of the Consoler as the protector of the city of Luxembourg (1666) and the country (1678). Since that time, pilgrims yearly converge in procession to the Cathedral, which now houses the statue, for the event known as the Oktav.
This virtual program will detail the history of the veneration of the Consoler, both in Luxembourg as well as in the United States, where Luxembourg emigrants brought along this national religious tradition.
