70th anniversary
The event celebrating the 70th anniversary of the American Settlement Plittersdorf and the Stimson Memorial Chapel was a complete success with 350 - 400 visitors, interesting lectures and the colorful supporting program in steady weather.
The lectures highlighted both the social and historical-political significance of the settlement. All speakers agreed that the settlement with its uniqueness is particularly worthy of protection and requires special attention.
The "Exodus from the church", accompanied by bagpipe music by Melanie Hein, reminded of a royal event. The following performance of the Holly Hoppers with a dance journey through time from Rock'n'Roll over the Flower Power era to the present was very well received and there was even dancing. The performances, hands-on activities and classic cars were very well received, and the bouncy castle was very popular with the younger guests.
The media interest is reflected in our social media channels and articles in the local press and will continue to be fed by RASP e.V. with information and material (eg photos).
Program
The celebration began with an official part, in which numerous speakers from politics and society gave short speeches on the development and daily life in the American Settlement Plittersdorf. Scheduled to speak include:
- Mrs. DwdowdurgpwodmKawdinwodiwndo, US Consul Genwdoiwhreoifgnqobirwgprwgbiouwrhgberal NRW
- Dr. Ursula Sauter, Mayor of the City of Bonn
- Michael Wenzel, Deputy District Mayor Bad Godesberg
- Walter Bawell, former employee of the U.S. Embassy
- and others
The extensive supporting program offered a
- historical photo show
- Guided tour through the American Settlement
- US Classic Cars (only in good weather)
- Wheel of fortune and children's bouncy castle
- Hands-on activities and information booths
- and more...
The program was accompanied by music from Melanie Hein (1st Thistle Highlanders Drums and Pipes e.V.) and the Holly Hoppers with a dance journey through time from Rock'n'Roll over the Flower Power era to the present day. Food and drink were provided.
