Enjoy the great variety of cultures within the European Union! Come and visit the Austrian Embassy and its neighbor, the Embassy of Slovakia without crossing the Atlantic, and walk through their open doors on this year's EU Open House Day!

Austria and Slovakia are neighboring countries in Europa as are our Embassies in Washington DC. Under the slogan "Two Countries | One River" we proudly present to you our rich culture, our beautiful sights, our famous music as well as typical and innovative products. Collect information about Austria and Slovakia, participate in a quiz to win a little prize and enjoy traditional food and drinks. 

What can you experience at the EMBASSY OF AUSTRIA during the EU Open House day?

Austria Tourism | Great insider tips for travelling Austria at 12:15 pm and 2:30 pm

KWSelection | Wine tastings with Klaus Wittauer at 10:30 (with REGISTRATION only!)

Liab’ und Schneid | Traditional music performed by Elisabeth & Tom

Little Austria | Delicious Austrian strudel

Manner | Famous hazelnut wafers

Julius Meinl | Viennese coffee tradition

Red Bull | Colorful energy drink

Robert Stolz | Traditional Austrian jackets

American-Austrian Cultural Society

Arts and Crafts for Children

ABOUT THE EU OPEN HOUSE

This event falls every year on the first Saturday after Europe Day on May 9. This date marks the signing of the Schuman Declaration on May 9, 1950, which established the European Coal and Steel Community, a multinational entity that would eventually become the European Union as we know it today.

We celebrate Europe Day by opening our doors to the public so that Americans can catch a glimpse of the European cultures that make up the European Union!