2022 Board Elections

Back Row: Hans Heinemann, Neil Barnett, Michael Heier, Keith Oldendorf, Kelli Bingham, David Moore, Ralph Mipro. Front Row: Harry Widmann, Wendy Savelle, James Danner, Brian Huber.

The 2022 Board for Deutsches Haus has been elected. Elections were held Tuesday, January 25. Hans Heinemann, Ralph Mipro and Keith Oldendorf were re-elected and will serve 3 year terms starting with 2022.

The new board and officers are:

President – Brian Huber*
Vice-President – James Danner*
Treasurer – Harry Widmann**
Secretary – Wendy Savelle*

  • Neil Barnett**
  • Kelli Bingham**
  • Michael Heier**
  • Hans Heinemann***
  • Ralph Mipro***
  • David Moore*
  • Keith Oldendorf***

* Elected to 3-year term starting 2020. Not up for election in 2021.
** Elected to 3-year term starting 2021. Were not up for election in 2022.
*** Elected to 3-year term starting 2022.

Oktoberfest news

Oktoberfest 2021 is over.   Here are some articles from our local media, including some pictures from this year:

New Covid Rules

Dear members and guests,

Deutsches Haus is committed to the health and safety of our guests and staff. Therefore, in accordance with the guidelines announced last week by the City of New Orleans, proof of vaccination or a negative PCR COVID-19 test within 72 hours will be required for all individuals 12 years of age and older when entering the Haus beginning this Monday, August 16th.  The front door will not be used for entrance.  All members and guests will be asked to enter through the back door to provide proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test within 72 hours.

Listed below are the acceptable options as defined by the City of New Orleans: PROOF OF VACCINE
• LA Wallet App SMART Health Card
• An original, digital photo, or photocopy of CDC Vaccination Card (both sides) 
• An official vaccine record issued by another state, a foreign nation, or the WHO.

Visit ready.nola.gov/vaccine for details about vaccines and getting vaccinated in the Greater New Orleans area.

NEGATIVE PCR TEST

• Physical or electronic test results for a PCR COVID-19 test indicating negative results within the past 72 hours• Antigen / Rapid tests will NOT be accepted

Visit ready.nola.gov/testing for local testing options and locations

Neither is needed to enjoy our outdoor areas or seating, but a proof of vaccination or negative PCR COVID-19 test will be needed to enter the facility for any reason, including use of the restrooms.

Masks are still required indoors unless actively eating or drinking. 

Thank you for your patience with our staff and your fellow guests as we all adapt to these new guidelines. We look forward to seeing you at the Deutsches Haus. 

Thank you, 

Brian Huber
President – Deutsches Haus