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Exhibition "Wunderkammer modern - 50 years of the University of Kassel" at the Stadtmuseum Kassel
The special exhibition "Wunderkammer modern - 50 years of the University of Kassel" can be seen at the Stadtmuseum from October 14 to January 9. Organizer and curator Prof. Dr. Martina Sitt uses 50 objects from 50 years of university history to show the innovative and aesthetic dimension of scientific processes and their impact on the environment, society, cultural life and the economy.
When selecting the objects of individual research projects, the focus was on their originality, vividness and significance for the city and region, not primarily on scientific excellence. The items range from the question of what role a Kassel worm plays for Netflix, to patented inventions that are successful in the region and throughout Germany, to the original Oscar won by a Kassel student in 1997. Visitors not only learn about the history of the university, but also get to know their city in a new way.
The exhibition "Wunderkammer modern" is complemented by lectures and a hands-on activity for children. It is part of the anniversary program with which the North Hessian university is celebrating its birthday: it began operations as a comprehensive university in 1971. Part of the university is the art college, where Martina Sitt has held a professorship in art history since 2010 after 20 years as a curator in various German museums.
Special exhibition Wunderkammer modern: From October 15 to January 9.
Kassel City Museum, Ständeplatz 16.
Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday: 10 am to 5 pm. Wednesday: 10 am to 8 pm. Admission four euros, reduced three euros, students of the University of Kassel and children and young people up to the age of 18 free. Attendance at the accompanying lectures is free of charge.
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