American Corners in Hungary

The "American Corners" is a United States Department of State-sponsored initiative inaugurated worldwide more than 10 years ago. Since 2000, the U.S. has launched 245 American Corners in approximately 60 countries. "American Corners" serve as regional resource centers for information and programs highlighting American culture, history, current events, and government. "American Corners" typically host discussion groups, seminars, digital video conferencing (DVCs), poster exhibits, and meetings with U.S. and local specialists on a wide range of American-focused topics. They act as a regional repository for the use of American-themed books, videos, DVDs, and CD-ROMs and provide free internet access and educational materials. Operated as partnerships, the U.S. provides equipment and materials while host institutions provide staffing and the free use of space.

American Corner in Pécs

The Embassy of the United States of America in Budapest in collaboration with the Hungarian Ministry of Education opened Hungary's first American Corner in June 2004. The Corner is hosted at the Pécs International House and jointly operated by the University of Pécs and local and regional governments. Visit the Corner's web site!

American Corner in Veszprém

The second American Corner in Hungary opened in the city of Veszprém on July 8, 2005. The Corner is located at the "Eötvös Károly Megyei Könyvtár" (Eötvös Károly County Library) a library that accommodates the needs of 200,000 visitors annually. The Corner is a joint effort by the U.S. Embassy in Budapest, and the local and county governments of Veszprém. Visit the Corner's web site!

• Ambassador Walker's Opening Remarks

American Corner in Debrecen

On September 19, 2006, Ambassador April H. Foley opened the third American Corner in Hungary in the city of Debrecen. It is sponsored jointly by the U.S. Embassy, the Mayor's Office and the Debrecen University. Visit the Corner's web site!

American Corner in Eger

On December 19, 2007, Ambassador Foley opened the U.S. Embassy's fourth American Corner - a joint project co-sponsored with Eszterházy College Library and the City of Eger. Visit the Corner's web site!