Carl-Schurz-Haus

The Carl-Schurz-Haus is a German-American cultural center in Freiburg with a library, exhibition spaces, and classrooms. It hosts events and classes throughout the year that explore cultural and social topics from both countries.

The center opened in 1952 as Amerika-Haus, an initiative of the United States Information Agency, and was renamed in 1969 to honor deeper cultural ties. The name change reflected a shift toward mutual exchange rather than one-way cultural promotion.

The center is named after Carl Schurz, a German emigrant who became influential in American politics and embodied the bridge between the two nations. Visitors experience how this connection shapes the space and programming today.

The center is located in central Freiburg and easily accessible by foot or public transit. Plan your visit around the library hours if you want to browse the collections in person.

The center facilitates exchange programs linking students from Freiburg with institutions in Wisconsin, creating long-term study opportunities abroad. These partnerships are often overlooked but offer genuine pathways for academic connection.

Inception: October 17, 1952

Founders: United States Information Agency

Website: http://carl-schurz-haus.de

GPS coordinates: 47.99721,7.84416

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:20