Current Exhibits at the GAHC
"The Culture They Carried: Women Immigrants of Iowa"
Closes May 21
"1917: The Red Cross"
Closes May 7
Share Your Story!
Have a woman immigrant story in your family? Help us share it in the exhibit! Send a picture and their story to ktd@gahc.org and we'll take care of the rest!
Upcoming Events at the GAHC
 
Huebinger Map Company
Saturday, April 29th @ 2:00pm
Learn about Melchior and Adam Huebinger, two brothers from Germany who made their mark in Davenport, Iowa through their map making company M. Huebinger & Co.
 
Free Film: Berlin Calling
Wednesday, May 3 @ 8:00pm at Rozz-Tox
Berlin Calling is a 2008 German tragicomedy directed by Hannes Stöhr. The movie depicts the events following DJ and producer Ickarus's institutionalization for drug use. Join us at Rozz Tox for this great film!
 
VW Car Show
Saturday, May 6, 10:00-2:00pm
Join us for a fun filled day of classic Beetles, Westfalia vans, kit cars and more thanks to our friends at the Bi-State Volkswagen Club! See the latest Volkswagen models from Lujack's and enjoy a brat from our friends at Jerry's Market!
 
Outdoor Event - Shine only!
"100% American: Visualizing Gender in WWI Posters"
Sunday, May 7th @ 2:00pm
 
Jane Simonsen, Professor of History and Gender & Women's Studies at Augustana College, speaks about changing gender and social roles during WWI.
Mother's Day Scherenschnitte
Saturday, May 13
2D Session: 9:00-10:00am | 3D Session: 10:00-11:30am
Members: $15 | Non-members: $20
Member's Only Deal: Both classes for $25!
 
Pre-registration & Pre-payment required!
Call (563) 322-8844 or email info@gahc.org to register!
River Bandits Tickets for Sale!
Sunday, June 4th @ 5:15
Tickets are $8
The German American Heritage Center is the Organization of the Night at the River Bandits Game on Sunday, June 4th at 5:15! We are selling tickets at the Center for $8. Half of your ticket price will go to support our educational programming. Space is limited, so get your tickets soon!

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