German American Society of St Petersburg, FL
N 27° 50.716 W 082° 43.724
17R E 329769 N 3081261
Locted off 66th St N, has many German-American functions throughout the year.
Waymark Code: WM5FBJ
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 12/31/2008
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When thirteen men and women met in 1951 to organize the German American Society Friendship of Pinellas County, they hardly realized that in the space of a few short years, it would develop into one of the finest social clubs in the county. It was a small beginning but with perseverance, determination, and faith, the Society has grown an prospered.
Friendship, sociability, and charitable deeds towards our fellow men have been paramount objective of this Society.
With each passing year the Society grew and in 1957 bought land on 66th Street North in Pinellas Park. In July 1959 ground was broken and Germania Hall became reality. It was opened with a gala celebration in November 1959.
Germania Hall soon became a center social activities in Pinellas Park. Many activities were offered to its members and community, including Saturday night dances, Oktoberfest, card parties, bingo, choir and folkdance practices.
It became evident that more space was needed. In 1957 the north and south wings, and the Bierstube and Kaffeestube were added.
The founders of our Society left us this clubhouse but more important they left us the legacy and responsibility to promote our heritage. With perseverance, determination, faith, strong leadership and the help and dedication of our members we will continue to celebrate our German heritage.
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