About this Event
Dutch American Heritage Day Celebration
You are cordially invited to the Dutch-American Heritage Day reception to celebrate the close relationship between the United States and the Netherlands, and the contributions of Dutch-Americans to the country.
Program Highlights:
- Jorrit de Vries, Chief Representative, Netherlands Business Support Office Los Angeles (tentative)
- Marcel van Zweeden, President, NAF Southern California Chapter
- Letty Vermeulen, on Dutch innovation and sports collaboration ahead of LA28
- NAF–Fulbright Scholarship Recipient, Björn Keyser
- Cultural exchange and networking reception
💫 The evening will feature light refreshments, cultural highlights, and opportunities to connect with others who share a passion for Dutch-American friendship, education, and innovation.
💡 The Netherland-America Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Event registration fees and donations help support NAF’s cultural, educational, and exchange programs and may be tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Hors d’Oeuvres and Dutch delicacies will be served.
Reception includes Open Bar.
Parking is included.
Dress code: Professional Cocktail Attire.
ABOUT DUTCH AMERICAN HERITAGE DAY
Few people realize that the Dutch settled New Jersey and New York as part of its “New Netherlands” settlement before the English took over the province in 1664. In recognition of the period of Dutch settlement in the 1600s, we are honoring our Early Dutch Heritage.
In 1776, after our Declaration of Independence was penned and signed, the Dutch cannons at Fort Orange on the Caribbean Island of Saint Eustace were the first to answer a salute from visiting American warships. this occurred on November 16th, 1776. Thus, the Netherlands was the first nation to recognize the United States of America. This is now known as The First Salute, and November 16th is Dutch American Heritage Day instituted by President George H.W. Bush in 1991.
The day honors the historical and cultural ties between the two nations and celebrates the contributions of Dutch-Americans to the United States, acknowledging their impact on fields like politics, business, and the arts. Dutch-American Heritage Day serves as a reminder of shared values such as freedom, tolerance, and innovation, and continues to promote cultural exchange and understanding between the two countries.
In Los Angeles, the Dutch-American Heritage Day celebration is sometimes scheduled on an alternative date due to various logistical reasons, such as accommodating a larger turnout, aligning with local community events, or avoiding conflicting dates with other festivities. An event is also held in San Diego, expanding the opportunity to honor the shared history between the Netherlands and the United States. These celebrations recognize the significant contributions of the Dutch-American community to the cultural fabric of both cities.
For more information on Dutch American Heritage Day, visit: https://nl.usembassy.gov/history-of-u-s-dutch-relations/#friendshipdays
Questions?
Contact: [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Van Tilburg Banvard Soderbergh, 1738 Berkeley Street, Santa Monica, United States
USD 55.20 to USD 500.00
