Exchange between Hamburg and the USA

We foster exchange between the USA and Germany through inspiring events, educational offerings and a strong transatlantic network – right here in Hamburg.

Events Podcasts

Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness

250 Years of the Declaration of Independence

In 2026 the USA celebrates its 250th anniversary. To mark the occasion, the Amerikazentrum is producing the special podcast “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness: 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence”. Learn more about the Declaration of Independence with this interdisciplinary podcast featuring experts from the USA and around the world.

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Podcast “Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness” for the 250th birthday of the United States

Events

Highlights

Discover our free events such as panel discussions, lectures and film screenings.

July 8, 2026

The Patriot (2000) – Film Screening

As part of the America 250 series marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence, we invite you to a screening of The Patriot (2000).

June 2, 2026

Henny: A Legacy of Hope – Film Screening

The film “Henny: A Legacy of Hope” tells the story of Holocaust survivor Henny Simon and her message of remembrance and responsibility.

March 22, 2026

Man Up: Misogyny and Extremism

Cynthia Miller-Idriss, a leading expert on extremism and radicalisation, presents her topical and provocative book Man Up.

Das erwachsene Land – reading and talk with Holger Stark

January 28, 2026

Das erwachsene Land – Reading and Conversation with Holger Stark

Award-winning journalist Holger Stark analyses why Trump's USA marks the end of an era – and what a future beyond America could look like.

December 21, 2025

Winter Break

The Amerikazentrum Hamburg is closed from 22 December 2025 to 6 January 2026 inclusive.

Mitgliederversammlung 2025 – Amerikazentrum Hamburg

December 15, 2025

General Meeting 2025 – Annual General Meeting

Invitation to the general meeting of the Amerikazentrum Hamburg e. V. on 15 December 2025, 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

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Association of German-American Centers (VDAZ)

Als eines von zwölf Mitgliedern im Verbund fördern wir den transatlantischen Dialog und den interkulturellen Austausch durch Bildungs-, Kultur- und Informationsangebote in ganz Deutschland.

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50 Staaten

Entdecken Sie die Vielfalt der Vereinigten Staaten von Amerika!

To the fact sheets

Sister City Partnership: Hamburg – Chicago

The partnership between the Hanseatic City and the Windy City has existed since 1994. It was initiated by Mayors Henning Voscherau and Richard M. Daley.

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