Come celebrate this captivating mosaic from the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition with the DANK Haus on August 24th at 7 PM. The Glory of Germania mosaic is 18 ft x 12 ft with over 1,000 individual tiles. Hear introductory remarks from our collections manager and a keynote speaker. Refreshments and prints of the mosaic will be available for purchase.
Note: Advanced registration is required. See the URL below to register online. All registrants will receive a free Glory of Germania postcard at the event!
Free parking is available in the MB Financial Bank lot after 5 pm (entrance on Western and Gunnison)
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Diane Dillon as the keynote speaker at the reception. Dr. Dillon is the Director of Exhibitions and Major Projects at the Newberry Library and an expert on world's fairs. We will welcome Dr. Reinhard Andress (Loyola University) as well who will present historical material uncovered in the manufacturer's archive in Berlin.
Friday Aug 24, 2018
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM CDT
Friday, August 24th 7-9pm
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center
4th Floor Scharpenberg Art Gallery
4740 N. Western Avenue
Advanced registraion is required. $5 fee - click here to register.