Hungarian Roots and American Dreams: Diaspora Dialogues

Several authors will share about their families featured in “Hungarian Roots & American Dreams.” a creative program which compiles true stories of Hungarian emigrants and their descendants in America. The editors also will describe their vision for this community-driven initiative, which has released two volumes in only two years.

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InterNations member Lisa Levitt’s chapter in the book describes several generations of her Hungarian family, particularly her grandmother’s pioneering art gallery in midcentury Manhattan.
Note: authors are not paid for participating either in this book or related events.

The “Hungarian Roots” books and community support living family chronicles, which are still unfolding as descendants continue to reconnect. These personal stories can build bridges between nations, generations, and cultures!