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DANK Haus German American Cultural Center

The DANK Haus German American Cultural Center is a nonprofit cultural center and language school located in the heart of one of Chicago's traditionally German neighborhoods, Lincoln Square. Open to all ages and backgrounds, the center features a language school, a museum, an art gallery, and a library. Regular programs include a monthly open house, movie screenings, cooking classes, as well as concerts, plays and other performances. Whether you wish to learn the language, connect with your roots, or find new friends, we look forward to meeting you!

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Upcoming events

  • Kulturküche: Chicken Schnitzel

    • Friday, June 30, 2017
    • 7:30 PM
    • 5th Floor, Kitchen
    • 3
    Register

    Meet Maifest Grillmeister John and let him show you how to make a staple of German cuisine that everyone knows and loves: Chicken Schnitzel!

    Hallmarks of a good Schnitzel include very thin meat and a thin crisp coating. While the Austrians insists that a proper "Wiener Schnitzel" has to be made from veal, Germans often use pork or chicken. Traditionally served with cranberry jam and warm potato salad, Schnitzel can also come with a simple bed of greens and a lemon for squeezing onto the meat just before eating. We will be making ours with roasted vegetables!

    Class fee includes recipe, hands-on demonstration, one drink from the bar, generous tasting, and great camaraderie.

    Free parking on MB Financial Bank lot after 6pm
    (entrance on Western & Gunnison)

    List of registrants available for members only!

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  • 4th of July Fireworks on the Terrace!

    • Tuesday, July 04, 2017
    • 8:30 PM
    • DANK Haus, Terrace
    • 1
    Register

    Enjoy a panoramic view of the city's fireworks on top of the terrace at the DANK Haus!

    $5 Suggested Donation

    Beer, Wine and Water will be available for purchase.

    This is standing room only, no chairs please.

    Please make sure to register for this event!

    Note: this is a weather-permitting event.

    Free parking on MB Financial Bank lot after 6pm
    (entrance on Western & Gunnison)

    List of registrants available for members only!

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  • German Heritage Night with Chicago Fire!

    • Saturday, September 30, 2017
    • 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    • DANK Haus, 4740 N. Western & Toyota Park, 7000 S. Harlem
    • 58
    Register

    Come out to support Bastian Schweinsteiger and the Chicago Fire Soccer Club on September 30th against New York City FC at 7:30pm for German Heritage Night!

    Step 1: Get your tickets! Tickets are $25 (portion going back to the DANK Haus!) To purchase tickets, visit https://groupmatics.events/DANKFIRE

    Step 2: Transportation There will be bus leaving from the DANK Haus at 5:00pm, returning around 11:00pm. The cost of the bus is $18 for members $20 for non-members and that includes light refreshments.  Make sure to reserve your spot today by registering for this event!

    If you decide to drive, parking will be $20 the day of the game. 

    Free parking on MB Financial Bank lot after 1pm

    (entrance on Western & Gunnison)

    List of registrants available for members only!

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Friends of DANK Haus

Whether you are interested in taking a class in our language school, participate in one of our events throughout the year, support our community outreach, attend the museum, gallery and library, or simply want to show the pride in German heritage and culture, our Friends of DANK Haus Benefits program has lot of perks:
  • Free monthly Open Haus Stammtisch event
  • Free movie events
  • Free museum access
  • Free parking during off-business hours
  • Discount on German language classes (coming soon)
  • Discount on rentals of our Skyline Lounge and Ballroom  
  • Discount on Kulturküche cooking classes
  • Discount on concerts and special events
  • Discount on flights to Germany (coming soon)
  • Invitation to exclusive member-only events
  • Early-bird access to events with a guaranteed sell-out 

When joining the Friends of DANK Haus benefits program, you are supporting a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We also encourage you to support and join the DANK National organization, which has its own membership benefits.

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DANK Haus
German American Cultural Center 
4740 North Western Avenue 
Chicago, IL 60625

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Office: +1 (773) 561-9181
Email: Dank@Dankhaus.com

DANK Haus German American Cultural Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center does not discriminate based on race, color, sexuality, national origin, sex, disability or age.
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