Milwaukee, Wisconsin, recently hosted German Fest, one of the largest German festivals in North America. Among the dozens of themed booths and hundreds of visitors, the Ukrainian community took an active part in the event. The Wisconsin Ukrainians organization presented a tent at the festival featuring traditional crafts, souvenirs, and informational materials about Ukraine.
This was reported by by the Wisconsin Ukrainians Inc.
The Ukrainian booth stood out for its variety of goods and souvenirs. Visitors could see handmade crafts, decorated tableware, pottery, embroidered napkins, jewelry, paintings, souvenir mugs, and scented sachets. Ukrainian craftsmen presented stained glass and decorative elements made of colored glass in the form of birds, houses, boats, and other figures. Some of the craftsmen have been living in the US since the full-scale invasion.
"Ukrainians in Wisconsin are proud to have been part of German Fest this weekend at the Summerfest Grounds in Milwaukee!" Wisconsin Ukrainians shared.
The money raised during the festival will go toward supporting humanitarian projects and helping Ukraine.
"All funds go directly to supporting Ukraine and our humanitarian efforts. Your support helps us continue to deliver aid and stand strong for freedom," said the organization, encouraging festival guests to learn about Ukrainian culture, make donations, and purchase symbolic items "with history" as a memento of their encounter with Ukraine.
Background
German Fest — a Milwaukee tradition — is an annual event at Henry Maier Festival Park that brings together thousands of guests and dozens of bands from Europe and the United States.
The program for the 43rd festival included live orchestra performances, folk costumes, a carnival, wooden sports competitions, dachshund races, and the beloved costume contest. The Milwaukee Community Orchestra performed a summer concert as part of the festival at Homestead Middle School in Milwaukee. The concert featured more than 150 local musicians. Festival guests were invited to sample traditional German cuisine.
The Ukrainian stand was one of many representing different cultures and charities.
Photo: Wisconsin Ukrainians
Author: Danylo Pievchev