The Luxembourg American Cultural Society (LACS), based in Wisconsin in the United States, has announced it invites all residents of Ozaukee, Washington and Sheboygan counties to explore its museum for free during the annual "LACS Free Days" from Wednesday 31 January through Saturday 3 February 2024.
Free admission will be offered to the aforementioned residents during regularly scheduled open hours: 10:00– 16:00 Wednesday through Saturday of that week. Proof of residency is required for free admission. Activities for children are included.
The centre’s unique Roots & Leaves Museum tells the story of Luxembourg, the world's only Grand Duchy, past and present. Guests will learn about Luxembourg immigration to America as well as the impact Luxembourg immigrants and their descendants have had and continue to make on life in America.
The museum is housed in the Mamer-Hansen Luxembourgish stone barn originally built in 1872 by Luxembourg immigrant Jacob Mamer. In 2005, the barn was carefully dismantled and moved from its original location in the Town of Port Washington, and rebuilt to house the museum at 100 Peter Thein Avenue in Belgium, which officially opened in 2009.
Its exhibit panels, display cases, furnishings and artwork were all gifts from the people of Luxembourg through the country's Ministry of Culture and were crafted by Luxembourgish artisans.
The Cultural Center is also home to the J. B. Krier Wëllkomm Centre, featuring the Luxembourg American Family Tree – a sculpture created in Luxembourg, and a gift shop boasting a variety of Luxembourgish-themed items.
The Dooley-Wagner Research Center, another unique facet of the Luxembourg American Cultural Center, is the largest research centre for Luxembourg studies and genealogy outside of Luxembourg. It is a treasure trove of information and resources for historians, genealogists and researchers. It is open by appointment only.
