Germany in the Tri-State-Area

Freedom Without Walls © German Embassy Washington

Freedom Without Walls: 1989-2009

The fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 marked the beginning of a new era in history. It was the end of the cold war, the beginning of a fully united Europe and proof that peaceful change is possible, even in the moments when it seems most unlikely. 

"Zeigeist is German" Bus in green and orange

Zeitgeist Bus Completes Run

The Germany.info bus has completed another run, this time with the theme "Zeitgeist is German." Many of you were able to grab your camera and take a photo or take a screenshot of the virtual bus. View the photo gallery and learn more about why "Zeitgeist is German."

Newspapers

German Newspapers and Magazines

Find a list of German Newspapers and Magazines from the Tri-State-Area

Oktoberfest

German Clubs in the Tri-State-Area

Find a social, singing or folk dance group near by.

Logo of Deutschen Haus at NYU

Deutsches Haus @ NYU

One of New York University’s prestigious international houses, Deutsches Haus at NYU is a key institution in the New York City area.

ESB in black, red and gold

Empire State Building Photo Gallery

The German Consulate held a photo competition for the best picture of the Empire State Building in our national colors. Empire State Building Lighting Partner agreed to coat the top of New York’s famous landmark in black, red and gold. Friends and Members of the German House New York participated and submitted their "best shots".

Germany in the Area

At night the Empire State Building is illuminated in the colors black, red and gold.

Germany in NYC

GermanyInNYC.org

 The place for all things German in New York!

Germany Close Up

American Jews meet Modern Germany

International Parliamentary Scholarship (IPS)

IPS Logo

Are you interested in politics? Would you like to gain insight into the workings of our democracy? Every year, 120 young people from 28 countries take part in the International Parliamentary Scholarship (IPS) program in Berlin. The application deadline is June 30, 2009.