Fun and Fellowship in New Braunfels
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N 29° 42.101 W 098° 07.511
14R E 584626 N 3286050
Mural was presented by historic outdoor gallery in New Braunfels, Texas. Marker in front of mural explains how the early German immigrants brought both fun and fellowship to the area.
Waymark Code: WM3ZX0
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 06/13/2008
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Mural is entire length of local restaurant that has been meeting place for local Germans since the 1940's. It depicts the traditions of spass und gemutlichkeit. Which means fun and fellowship. It includes a whos who at the stammtisch (table), depicts the early life of making sausage, wine, sweets, bread, and whatever else the family needed. The mural was painted by B. McCarthy and was dedicated on April 19, 2007.
City: New Braunfels
Location Name: Friesenhaus
Artist: B. McCarthy
Date: April 19, 2007
Media: Not listed
Relevant Web Site: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Please give the date and description of your visit. One original photo of the mural must also be submitted. GPSr photo NOT required.