Germanic-American Institute

Herzlich Willkommen beim Germanic-American Institute!

Welcome to the Germanic-American Institute. We are a Minnesota non-profit whose mission is to foster appreciation and understanding of the culture, language, arts, and ongoing history of the German-speaking peoples through public educational and cultural programs.

The GAI is a co-founder and sponsor of the Twin Cities German Immersion School, a public charter located in St.Paul, serving children in kindergarten through 8th grade.

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 20

DAYTIME LANGUAGE CLASSES
(at 9:30am and 12:30pm)
ARE CANCELLED!

Evening classes will proceed as scheduled

For beginning to advanced students, our spring classes are special!

START German (Beginners)
Classes for beginners are taught in a friendly and intimate setting by instructors who are native speakers or possess near native fluency.

Einfach Besser Deutsch (Intermediate)
Read and review current articles from Deutsch Perfekt. Discuss and practice grammar, vocabulary, and more.

Literatur (Advanced) Das Parfum, Die Geschichte eines Mörders, by Patrick Süskind
Read and discuss this historical fantasy novel which has been translated into 49 languages and has received international critical acclaim.

More information and registration

Climate Smart Municipalities: Minnesota and Germany
Saturday, February 23 | 11 AM–12 PM
Amanda Bednar, environmental coordinator for the city of Elk River, will talk about the Climate Smart Municipalities program, which pairs five Minnesota cities with a German sister city. Learn what communities of different sizes and distinct local governments can do to reduce their carbon footprint, with a focus on climate protection, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and community education. More information

This is German soul food—succulent roast pork and pork ribs with sauerkraut and potatoes. Toast your companions with Paulaner draft beer or German and Austrian wine, and if you have room, there are linzer bars for dessert. Advance tickets required. Tickets and more information