Liederkranz - Grand Island, Nebraska
Posted by: BruceS
N 40° 55.361 W 098° 20.536
14T E 555381 N 4530382
Historic German music society building in Grand Island, Nebraska.
Waymark Code: WMP39
Location: Nebraska, United States
Date Posted: 09/01/2006
Views: 16
"In
1870 German settlers met to organize a German singing society or "Liederkranz"
to provide musical and social entertainment and to cultivate the members'
musical talents. The brick building, constructed in 1911-12, was designed by
architect Oscar Kirche, a Liederkranz member, and reflects influences of the
Neo-Classical Revival style. The hall, located in Grand Island, has long been a
community meeting place, an auditorium for civic activities, and a polling
place." ~ Nebraska State Historical Society website