Elisabeth Frischauf: They Clasp My Hand | Die meine Hand ergreifen

3524 International Court Northwest,Washington DC 20008

03 February, 2023

Description

The ACF DC is honored to welcome author Elisabeth Frischauf for a reading of her book THEY CLASP MY HAND | DIE MEINE HAND ERGREIFEN, which was published in English as well as German in 2022. Through her moving poetry she tells the story of her family fleeing Austria during World War II, the loss of her grandmothers and extended family during the Holocaust, and stories of her life growing up in America as a daughter of refugees. At the Austrian Cultural Forum she will give further insight into her book in a conversation with Johannes Aigner, Director of the ACF DC. Elisabeth Frischauf is a neuro-psychiatrist, artist and poet who lives and works in New York. ************ Masks are optional at Austrian Cultural Forum events for visitors and staff. If you prefer to wear a mask, you are welcome to do so. *********** Please note that photographs and footage will be taken throughout the event. These might be used by ACF DC for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media, or in any third party publication. ************* Parking on International Court is available after 6:30 pm (for the duration of the event), or on 36th Street (access to the Embassy through the park behind the building.) Van Ness Metro (Red Line) is a short distance away.