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The Center for Pennsylvania German Studies is directed by C. Richard Beam and is supported by Millersville University, Millersville, PA. The Center was established at Millersville University in 1986 as a center for the study of the Pennsylvania German culture in America, and as a clearing house for information on the Pennsylvania Germans.

About the Center - Find out what the Center for Pennsylvania German Studies does and how it can help you.

About the PA Dutch - Read about the history of the Pennsylvania Dutch people and language. Also check out some good links to leading resources on the PA Dutch.

A Dip in Dutch - Learn a few words, phrases and numbers. Then read a paragraph and use your new knowledge. A pronunciation guide is also provided.

Fun with PA Dutch - Check out some proverbs, poems, tongue twisters and riddles in PA Dutch. The English translation is provided.

PA Dutch Crossword Puzzles - Figure out the English meanings of PA Dutch words in these two crossword puzzles.

PA Dutch Cooking - Try out some typical PA Dutch recipes like "Shoo Fly Pie" and "Buwe Schenkel".

PA Dutch Events - Find out if there are any PA Dutch events in your area.

To contact us, please write to:
The Center for PA German Studies
C. Richard Beam, Director
406 Spring Drive
Millersville, PA  17551