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A Review of our 2024 Gala with Samantha Brown
PBS Travel Host Samantha Brown Honored as Distinguished German American of the Year at Elegant October Gala
If you cannot immediately connect the dots between a teacup and duct tape, you are probably not alone. Guests at GAHF’s 2024 Award Gala at the Pan American Union Building, which serves as the headquarters of the Organization of American States, in the heart of Washington, D.C., discovered that those two items accompany Samantha Brown, this year’s Distinguished German American and globetrotter extraordinaire, everywhere she goes. The teacup holds sentimental value as it reminds her of her family and home, whilst the duct tape is entirely practical in nature, and can fix anything from a broken suitcase to closing hotel room curtains in order to shut out daylight after long hours of travel.
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The German-American Heritage Foundation of the USA®
Welcome
Please note that we are closed today, April 14, 2026. We will reopen tomorrow, and hope to see you for our evening with The Alpine Singers on Thursday, April, 16 at 7 pm. Tickets are available through our event calendar.
The German-American Heritage Foundation of the USA® serves as the national membership association for German American heritage. GAHF cultivates a greater awareness for German-speaking heritage and history through outreach efforts that deepen cultural understanding.
If you plan to attend with a larger group, please use this
form to register
for a museum visit to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everybody. Thank you!
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Buy your copy of “Steinstuecken: A Little Pocket of Freedom”
Written on
15. April 2026
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General
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News
Steinstuecken: A Little Pocket of Freedom
tells the story of a little-known, but inspiring
and memorable, episode in Berlin’s Cold War history. Use code STEIN20 to support GAHF with every purchase of this remarkable tale written by author Don Smith, a retired U.S. Army officer and GAHF member.
Christmas Concert with the Alpine Singers: Dec. 17 at 7 PM
Written on
19. November 2025
. Posted in
General
,
News
It's not Christmas without the Alpine Singers! The ever popular group will be back at the German-American Heritage Museum with classic carols for Advent and Christmas on
Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 7 pm.
Honoring the Past, Shaping the Present, Inspiring the Future
Written on
13. October 2025
. Posted in
General
,
News
As part of our strategic planning process to define who we are, and the path forward, we have developed a "Case for Support"-- a comprehensive brochure about our existing programs and development goals.
Presidential Message on German American Day 2025
Written on
8. October 2025
. Posted in
General
,
News
Monday, Oct. 6 was German American Day, and whilst we at GAHF, honored the day with a special book presentation/ discussion, the White House published an official message from President Trump honoring the contributions of Americans of German-speaking descent through the centuries.
Waltz the Night Away in Beautiful Vienna – January 2026
Written on
2. July 2025
. Posted in
General
,
News
Register now for GAHF's third trip to experience the Magic of Vienna's ball season in January 2026. Step back in time as you enter the majestic palace or the grand
Musikverein
building in elegant evening attire and ball gowns to dance under gilded ceilings and chandeliers.
2026 National German American Heritage Forum
Written on
11. June 2025
. Posted in
General
,
News
Join us in March of 2026 in beautiful and historic Charleston, South Carolina for a two-day gathering of German/Austrian American organizations and institutions from across the country.
Sign up for German-American Heritage Museum e-news:
Skip to main content
Donate
Join GAHF
Visit the Museum
Discover. Explore. Learn.
More…
CURRENT EXHIBIT
Victor Gruen: Architect, Urban Planner & Father of the Shopping Mall
Now at the GAHM
More…
Foundation
Representing German-Americans since 1977
More…
Events
It Happens Here
More…
Visit the Museum
CURRENT EXHIBIT
Foundation
Events
A Review of our 2024 Gala with Samantha Brown
PBS Travel Host Samantha Brown Honored as Distinguished German American of the Year at Elegant October Gala
If you cannot immediately connect the dots between a teacup and duct tape, you are probably not alone. Guests at GAHF’s 2024 Award Gala at the Pan American Union Building, which serves as the headquarters of the Organization of American States, in the heart of Washington, D.C., discovered that those two items accompany Samantha Brown, this year’s Distinguished German American and globetrotter extraordinaire, everywhere she goes. The teacup holds sentimental value as it reminds her of her family and home, whilst the duct tape is entirely practical in nature, and can fix anything from a broken suitcase to closing hotel room curtains in order to shut out daylight after long hours of travel.
Read More
The German-American Heritage Foundation of the USA®
Welcome
Please note that we are closed today, April 14, 2026. We will reopen tomorrow, and hope to see you for our evening with The Alpine Singers on Thursday, April, 16 at 7 pm. Tickets are available through our event calendar.
The German-American Heritage Foundation of the USA® serves as the national membership association for German American heritage. GAHF cultivates a greater awareness for German-speaking heritage and history through outreach efforts that deepen cultural understanding.
If you plan to attend with a larger group, please use this
form to register
for a museum visit to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everybody. Thank you!
Gift Shop
German-American Heritage Museum of the USA™
Foundation
Museum
Get Involved
Events
Contact
Buy your copy of “Steinstuecken: A Little Pocket of Freedom”
Written on
15. April 2026
. Posted in
General
,
News
Steinstuecken: A Little Pocket of Freedom
tells the story of a little-known, but inspiring
and memorable, episode in Berlin’s Cold War history. Use code STEIN20 to support GAHF with every purchase of this remarkable tale written by author Don Smith, a retired U.S. Army officer and GAHF member.
Christmas Concert with the Alpine Singers: Dec. 17 at 7 PM
Written on
19. November 2025
. Posted in
General
,
News
It's not Christmas without the Alpine Singers! The ever popular group will be back at the German-American Heritage Museum with classic carols for Advent and Christmas on
Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 7 pm.
Honoring the Past, Shaping the Present, Inspiring the Future
Written on
13. October 2025
. Posted in
General
,
News
As part of our strategic planning process to define who we are, and the path forward, we have developed a "Case for Support"-- a comprehensive brochure about our existing programs and development goals.
Presidential Message on German American Day 2025
Written on
8. October 2025
. Posted in
General
,
News
Monday, Oct. 6 was German American Day, and whilst we at GAHF, honored the day with a special book presentation/ discussion, the White House published an official message from President Trump honoring the contributions of Americans of German-speaking descent through the centuries.
Waltz the Night Away in Beautiful Vienna – January 2026
Written on
2. July 2025
. Posted in
General
,
News
Register now for GAHF's third trip to experience the Magic of Vienna's ball season in January 2026. Step back in time as you enter the majestic palace or the grand
Musikverein
building in elegant evening attire and ball gowns to dance under gilded ceilings and chandeliers.
2026 National German American Heritage Forum
Written on
11. June 2025
. Posted in
General
,
News
Join us in March of 2026 in beautiful and historic Charleston, South Carolina for a two-day gathering of German/Austrian American organizations and institutions from across the country.
Sign up for German-American Heritage Museum e-news: