Ceremonial anniversary: 15 years of Hungarian cultural association in Chemnitz!

Ceremonial anniversary: 15 years of Hungarian cultural association in Chemnitz!

Dieselstraße 80, 9116 Chemnitz, Deutschland - On April 20, 2010, the Hungarian Cultural Association Chemnitz and the surrounding area e. V. founded and can now look back proudly for 15 years. The association, which was originally launched with 27 founding members, today counts around 100 members. Most of them are former contract workers: inside, their families and Hungarian immigrants: inside who found a new home in Germany after 1989. This reports Chemnitz .

The main mission of the association is the idea and mediation of Hungarian culture, which is done through diverse events such as literary readings, cultural evenings and exhibitions. Those responsible place special emphasis on the integration of the German language and promote intercultural exchange. The chairwoman Ágota Szabó encourages all interested parties to participate in the monthly regulars' table, which offers a regular platform for encounters.

a place of encounter

The association sees itself as a point of contact for people who have an interest in Hungary and its culture. In Chemnitz, the Hungarian cultural association acts not only as a cultural home for Hungary, but also as a bridge for everyone who wants to deal with the Hungarian language and culture. In addition, the association is an active member of intercultural life in Chemnitz and regularly takes part in the intercultural weeks.

A highlight for the coming months will be the event on September 20, 2025, which marks the opening of a new series of events. Here the participants can look forward to interesting insights into the Hungarian culture.

A look over the borders

The lack of cultural bridge between Germany and Hungary is also a topic that is discussed in academic circles. On April 24, 2025, Dr. Christian Johann, director of the European Academy Berlin, a lecture at the Mathias Corvinus Collegium in Budapest. His topic "Build bridges in stormy times - the role of youth, dialogue and civil society exchange" deals with the challenges in the relationships between Europe and Hungary. The event will be moderated and awaits around 35 participants by Tristan Csaplár, research coordinator of the German-Hungarian Institute. Information about this event can be found on the website of the German-Hungarian Institute

The Hungarian Cultural Association of Chemnitz remains not only a place for the Hungarian community, but also a shop window for everyone who is interested in intercultural exchange. Guided by the motivation to keep the Hungarian culture alive, the association wants to be an important contact for both its members and the general public.

Further information about the association, its activities and membership options can be called up at ratington