The series at Haus Raiss illuminates local history in a special way
The event series "City Stories – Then and Now" continues at the Haus Raiss senior citizens' day center in Groß-Gerau. On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, the focus will be on historical topics related to local traditions and developments.
Focus on the Ostara Festival of 1912
Under the motto "Local History with a Twist," Lebrecht Viebahn Sr. and Herta Merz recount the history of the town. A key focus is the pagan spring festival of Ostara, which was organized in 1912 by the Privileged Shooting Society of Groß-Gerau.
The festival was initiated by Wilhelm Hermann Diehl, a well-known local historian and later an honorary citizen of the city. Diehl is also considered the founder of today's city museum.
Development of hunting weapons
Additionally, Rolf Meyer, a former forester from Büttelborn, speaks about the development of hunting weapons. He discusses the evolution from bows and arrows and spears to early firearms.
Free participation without registration
The event starts at 10 a.m. and ends around 11 a.m. at Haus Raiss (Frankfurter Straße 46). Registration is not required, and admission is free.
With the series "City Stories - Then and Now", the city's senior citizens' services regularly offer insights into local history and invite people to exchange ideas.
(GROSS-GERAU – RED/PSGG)
