Preserving Luxembourg’s Castles and Architectural Heritage
Presented by Patrick Sanavia, Director of the National Institute for Architectural Heritage in Luxembourg (INPA)
Thursday, October 24, 2024
11:00 a.m. CST
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 their projects.
Food Takes the Spotlight at this year’s Luxembourg Fest
If there was a theme for the 38th annual Luxembourg Fest, food would be it. So what types of food are Luxembourgish and what unique culinary delights can our guests expect to experience?
38th Annual Luxembourg Fest Press Release
The Luxembourg American Cultural Society is proud to provide an authentic Luxembourg experience in Belgium, Wisconsin at the 38th annual Luxembourg Fest of America August 9-11, 2024.
2025 Cultural Forum
2025 Luxembourg Fest Cultural Forum:
Friday, August 8th
We are busy working on our 2025 forum theme and presenters. More information will be available in the 2025 Fest Gazette and Lion’s Roars.
LACS Announces Fall 2023 “Let’s Talk Luxembourg” Virtual Programs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LACS Announces Fall “Let’s Talk Luxembourg” Virtual Programs
BELGIUM, WISCONSIN, SEPTEMBER 10, 2023. The Luxembourg American Cultural Society has opened registration for its Fall 2023 “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 fall’s programs are:
“Virtual Visit of MUDAM”
Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at 11 AM CT
This talk takes you on a virtual tour of Luxembourg’s art scene through the exhibits and collections of MUDAM- the Contemporary Art Museum of Luxembourg. MUDAM Executive Director Bettina Steinbrügge will give an overview of the museum, discussing its current exhibits and collections.
“History Talk: The Early Years of Luxembourg”
Friday, November 3, 2023 at 12 PM CT
Typical history lessons only focus on the past 200 years, yet the name/word ‘Luxembourg’ is found in text as early as 963AD. Dive deep into Luxembourg’s rich history with LACS board member Marc Klein as he explores how Luxembourg’s strong fortress kept the Grand Duchy safe from foreign invaders for centuries, starting at the earliest mention of the country through 1443 when the Duchy passed control to the Duke of Burgundy, Philip the Good.
“Holiday Cooking Class”
Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 11 AM CT
Let’s celebrate the holidays together through this cooking class with your hosts, Nicky Krieger-Loos and Marc Weydert. Stay tuned to www.lacs.lu for the announcement of the seasonal recipe we will be making.
Please contact Tara Williams with any press requests.
**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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LACS to Hire Summer Event Management & Marketing Intern- PAID Position
The Luxembourg American Cultural Society (LACS) in Belgium WI is seeking a paid Events Management & Marketing Intern for our Luxembourg Fest and other summer events. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in fundraising, non-profit management, event management, hospitality, and marketing.
LACS Announces Holiday Hours
The Luxembourg American Cultural Society has announced holiday hours for 2020.
The LACS will be closed for Thanksgiving Thursday, November 26th through Sunday, November 29th.
The center will also close in celebration of the Christmas holiday December 19th, 2020 through January 3rd, 2021.
Over the holiday break, the staff of the LACS invites you to join us virtually in bidding farewell to 2020 at our next Live from Luxembourg Event. This one is a virtual Jazz Brunch with Luxembourg’s Michel Meis 4-tet, held at www.lacs.lu on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at 11 am CST.
The staff and Board of Directors at the LACS wish you a happy and healthy holiday season.
LACS Receives more than $36,000 in COVID-19 Cultural Organizations Grant Program
The Luxembourg American Cultural Society is pleased and grateful to be named a grant recipient from the COVID-19 Cultural Organization Grant program, being awarded $36,631.50