Goethe-Institut USA

Among Friends

Under the motto “Among Friends – Unter Freunden,” the Goethe-Institut USA is launching a nationwide campaign to celebrate and strengthen transatlantic friendship. Our programs are taking place all over the country – not just in cities where you may already know “your” Goethe-Institut. No matter where you are: If you're interested in cultural exchange, have personal or professional ties to Germany, or simply want to discover something new, you’re warmly invited to join us.

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your hub for learning German online

Join our free trial classes in December

We offer free 60-minute trial classes, giving you the opportunity to experience an online lesson before our next course term starts.

Join our free

Trial Sessions

Next dates:

December

The Goethe-Institut USA is Germany's offical cultural center with convenient and effective online German courses and internationally recognized language certificates.

As the international market leader for German courses, we bring you unparalleled expertise and a commitment to delivering top-notch language education.

online group, individual and business courses for all levels
professional and highly trained instructors
state-of-the-art, interactive, and fun teaching methods

Events

11/20–01/29/2026 Exhibition:
Inner Landscapes

Goethe-Institut LA Project Space, Los Angeles, CA | Exhibition

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Events

eLibrary

The eLibrary is the virtual library of the Goethe-Institut. This free service allows you to borrow digital media, such as ebooks, audio and video files, and electronic newspapers and magazines.

eLibrary

In the Spotlight

What Drives Us

German Series in the USA

Binge Fever!

Television “Made in Germany” is having a golden moment with the rise of international streaming services. In this dossier, we highlight binge-worthy German serials and fill you in on where to watch them in the USA.

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Free streaming

Beyond The Blue Border

On the 35th anniversary of German reunification, we invite you to stream this gripping historical drama set in East Germany in August 1989. Hanna and Andreas risk it all in a 50 km swim across the Baltic Sea to reach the West — a powerful story of friendship, courage, and the fight for freedom. Available in German with English subtitles.

Reflections in the Gegenüber magazine

On the Road: Travel Notes

Explore the voices of a new generation. Follow their trip and read stories of On the Road on GEGENÜBER, the digital magazine of the Goethe-Institut in North America.

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