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Name: Film Screening: The Rebellious Life of Rosa Parks
Start: 2023-06-19T17:30:00+02:00
End: 2023-06-19T20:00:00+02:00
Location: ABATON

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23. May 2023 | 19:00 - 20:30 CEST

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19. June 2023 | 17:30 - 20:00 CEST

Film Screening: The Rebellious Life of Rosa Parks

ABATON Allendeplatz 3 / Ecke Grindelhof, Hamburg

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𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐠𝐨’𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 🚢

Historian Sebastian Wuepper unveils a remarkable nugget of history: Chicago, despite its landlocked location, emerged as the busiest port in the United States during the late 19th century. 🌊

Surpassing coastal giants like New York City, New Orleans, and San Francisco, Chicago’s bustling port on the Chicago River buzzed with activity, handling a flurry of ships and cargo.🏗️

This unexpected maritime dominance was a testament to Chicago’s strategic location and burgeoning industrial might.

However, the devastating Chicago Fire of 1871 disrupted this thriving trade hub, casting a shadow over its maritime supremacy.

𝐔𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐠𝐨’𝐬 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞! 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬.🔍

#chicagohistory #hamburgchicago #germanchicago

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐫

𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬, 𝐅𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: 🤝

Consuls General Michael Ahrens and Jason Chue reflect on the enduring strength of the Hamburg-Chicago sister city relationship. 🌍

They emphasize that what sets this partnership apart is its foundation in genuine people-to-people connections rather than government mandates. 💡🤝

These engagements thrive thanks to the passionate efforts of individuals, organizations, and host families who open their doors and hearts to drive meaningful exchanges.🌟

Throughout his 18-year diplomatic career, Jason Chue has witnessed numerous Sister City partnerships falter due to a lack of grassroots enthusiasm. 📉

But Hamburg and Chicago stand out as shining examples of successful collaboration, fueled by the dedication of organizers on both sides of the Atlantic. 🌟

Join us in celebrating the power of cross-cultural exchange and the enduring bonds between Hamburg and Chicago. 👥

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞, 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬! 🎧🌍

chicago

On April 24, 2024, Dr. Leonard Schütte (AAD/AGI R

𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞, 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: 🎶

Jane Addams impact extends far beyond the confines of Hull House. 🏠

As she teaches teachers and creates invaluable source material adopted in classrooms for over four decades, her influence reverberates across the nation.📘

Her dedication to education and social reform lays the groundwork for the establishment of more than 400 settlement houses by 1911. 🏡

These institutions become beacons of hope, providing vital support to communities in need and catalyzing transformative change.🌟

Addams visionary leadership and tireless efforts shape the trajectory of modern America, adapting society to the demands of mass urbanization and industrialization. 🌆

Uncover the full extent of Jane Addams’ legacy and her profound impact on American society. 🔍

𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬!🎧

#SocialReform #CommunityEmpowerment

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞

✍️ 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐲🕊️

Stephanie reflects on the act of writing elegy as a profound form of resistance —resistance against the fleeting nature of existence and the obscurity that death can bring to the beloved.

Stephanie draws a parallel between Whitman’s time and ours, questioning how to mourn amidst overwhelming loss, a question that remains as pertinent today as it was during Whitman’s era.

This conversation brings to light the enduring relevance of elegy as not only a literary form but as an act of remembering, ensuring that those we’ve lost to the vastness of history — or the present crisis - retain their names, stories, and dignity.

Dive deeper into the significance of elegy in our times in the latest episode of our podcast. 🎧

#WhitmanElegy #ThePowerOfMemory #ElegyAsResistance #TranscendingLoss”

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬:🌱

In the struggle against encroachment, the Potawatomi, alongside Tecumseh and Tenskwatawa, stood resilient, fighting for their cherished way of life, values, families, and ancestral lands. However, their efforts fell short of the desired outcome.

Amidst the upheaval, Blackhawk’s resistance arose, facing the relentless tide of US military might and settler colonization, especially after the Erie Canal’s opening.

Recognizing the need for accommodation, Indigenous peoples sought a delicate balance, rooted in spiritual traditions, amidst the turbulent waves of change. 🛡️

Despite adversity, their resilience shines on, illuminating the enduring journey of Indigenous adaptation and perseverance. 🌟

𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬! 🎧

#indigenoushistory

𝐔𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 🏺🌿

Ann Durk delves into the rich tapestry of history, bridging the realms of archaeology and storytelling to illuminate the lives of ancient peoples who once inhabited the lands we now call home.

Journeying back a thousand years, we encounter the Woodland and Mississippian cultures, whose legacies endure in the artifacts they left behind.

From the verdant valleys of the Ohio River to the majestic waters of the Mississippi, these cultures thrived, cultivating both the land and vibrant communities.

The archaeological sites, like Cahokia, stand as testaments to their ingenuity and sophistication, offering glimpses into the intricacies of their daily lives and societal structures.

As we navigate the intersection of archaeology and history, we unearth stories that transcend time, enriching our understanding of the past and shaping our perceptions of the present.

Join us on a journey of discovery as we uncover the mysteries of ancient civilizations and their enduring impact on the world around us.

Explore the depths of ancient cultures in our podcast series. 🎧

#Archaeology #AncientCivilizations #WoodlandCulture #MississippianCulture #historicalperspectives

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