Photo: Locke “Nishhwahnaghuu” Wasler and his wife Karin S. Wasler.

On July 15, 2024, we admitted 2 new members, invited by our American member Bruce Bro, American Vice President of The Rebild Society.

Locke “Nishwahnaghuu” Wasler grew up outside of Pittsburgh and has dedicated his life to community and storytelling. Deeply passionate and proud of his Shawnee/Kickapoo heritage, Locke has over 30 years of promotional experience, managing large cultural festivals and events, developing cable network television shows, and building a comprehensive cable TV advertising system. As a founding member of the Pittsburgh American Indian Center, he has also designed script-writing seminars for faith-based audiences. Locke’s 20 years in the film industry have given him a deep understanding of filmmaking’s creative and production aspects. With a warm, engaging, and collaborative spirit, Locke is a former president of the Danish Brotherhood of America, California-Nevada District, and is now retired, focusing on projects that feed his passions for storytelling and collaboration.

Karin S. Wasler’s passion for education and culture began in her teenage years and has only grown stronger over time. Her maternal grandfather, Ben Stehr, immigrated to the USA from Slagelse, Denmark in 1924, instilling a deep appreciation for her Danish heritage. Karin is a founding member and Vice President of the National Foundation for Danish America, focusing on outreach and education. Known for her kind, playful, and loving personality, she is also a current board member for the Rebild National Park Society and president of the Tivoli Lodge of the Danish Sisterhood. In addition to her organizational roles, she has a strong background in teaching German to children and adults, and loves the challenge of learning Danish.

Photo: From the left are Guild Board members Jacob Stryhn and Anette Borg, member Bruce Bro, Locke “Nishwahnaghuu” Wasler, Karin S. Wasler, Alderman Finn Berggren, and visual artist Susanne Thea, also a member.

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