From Medieval Roots to Modern Rhythms: Discover Berlin’s Marienkirche
Things to do near Berlin’s Alexanderplatz Today the Marienkirche stands tall and proud in a vast open space. This, however, is a new situation for this medieval masterpiece. Until the destruction of the war and the rebuilding of the city center, the Marienkirche was surrounded by the heart of the oldest part of the city, […]
Sing-Along Bach and Bullet Holes: the Berliner Dom Offers Musical Magic and….War Stories
The Berliner Dom stands grandly as both a historic landmark and a lively cultural venue. Not only is the Dom the largest Protestant church in Germany, it’s also a hub for inspiring events that blend history, music, and culture that can really enrich your stay in the capital. Great Events in 2025 at the Dom […]
From Chicago to Berlin: My Journey As a Historian
People tend to find people interesting, and in that spirit some of you might be interested in learning more about me, the dear author of these posts. How, after all, did a kid with no particular advantages from a typical Chicago neighborhood end up working as a historian in Berlin? Horizons always gripped my imagination. […]