ABOUT AMERICAN SPACES

American Spaces are the U.S. Government's primary information and cultural centers around the world that promote American excellence interests and showcase the unmatched power of the United States as an economic and innovation leader to foreign audiences.

Through American Spaces, a United States Department of State-sponsored initiative, we bring the United States to you—championing American excellence, fostering lasting networks, and showcasing the United States as your premier partner for education, business, and innovation. With nearly 600 locations in over 140 countries, American Spaces connect the United States and communities worldwide. Managed by U.S. Missions, often in partnership with local institutions, American Spaces advance U.S. foreign policy goals. They share America’s entrepreneurial spirit with the world, advancing free speech and digital freedom. By convening people and institutions to promote U.S. higher education and develop professional skills, American Spaces advance America’s interests and connect future leaders to the United States. American Spaces typically host discussion groups, seminars, digital video conferencing (DVCs), exhibits, and meetings with U.S. and local specialists on a wide range of American-focused topics. They also act as a regional repository for the use of American-themed books, videos, DVDs, and CDs and provide free internet access and educational materials. Operated as partnerships, the U.S. provides equipment and materials while host-institutions provide the use of space.