America House Kyiv is a part of network of American cultural hubs and information centers throughout Ukraine that are supported by the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv. This network includes three America Houses and twenty two “Windows on America” official American Spaces.
America House Odesa aims to serve as an amplifier of civil society, strengthen youth awareness of and engagement in reforms, and provide a platform for important conversations and open dialogue and mutual understanding between Ukrainians and Americans in Odesa region. The official online opening and presentation of America House Odesa took place on September 7, 2021.
America House Lviv is a nourishing space full of professional and personal growth opportunities and your main resource in the Lviv region for American culture and education. On October 3, 2022, the America House Lviv team has opened its doors after months of renovations and almost a year of program planning to celebrate the commencement of operations at the new physical space. On December 7, 2022, United States Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink officially launched America House Lviv.
Window on America centers reflect partnerships between the U.S. government and a Ukrainian library that generously provides space and administrative staff.
The Windows on America host a variety of events designed to bring Americans and Ukrainians closer together. Regular talks by U.S. Speakers, American diplomats, Fulbright scholars, Peace Corps Volunteers, and other Americans allow U.S. and Ukrainian citizens to learn from one another as we strengthen the bond between our countries. Our Windows on America also provide a venue for other U.S. Embassy outreach activities, including alumni events, photo exhibits, film screenings, and other events that promote a better understanding of the United States. The Windows simultaneously organize events on their own initiative that advance our mutual objectives.
American Spaces are vibrant, open-access learning and gathering places that offer interactive, engaging programs to capture the interest of visitors and promote interaction among local communities and the United States. The Global Network of American Spaces is built up by of 559 Spaces in 137 countries. The Office of American Spaces is committed to assisting American Spaces provides support and guidance for American Space worldwide.