German Christmas Markets in the USA

Plus German/Bavaria-Themed Towns in the USA Introduction Although this is one of the most extensive guides to Old World, German-style Christmas markets and towns in the USA, we don’t claim that it’s complete. We welcome your suggestions for any we may have...

The Art and Tragedy of Albert Bierstadt

The German American landscape painter Albert Bierstadt (1830-1902) The painting depicted below is not what most people consider a typical Albert Bierstadt landscape. It was created during the “tragedy” period of Bierstadt’s life and career. Many art...

Easter in Germany: Writing to the Easter Bunny (Osterhase)

Letters to Hanni Hase or Olli Osterhase + Easter Place Names Writing to the Easter Bunny seems to be pretty much a German thing. Since the Easter Bunny is German, that seems logical. The only other major non-German Easter Bunny postal custom we have been able to track...