Series: European Capital of Culture 2022

Europe is often defined in either strictly political terms or rather vague cultural notions. But where do these definitions come from? Were they ever true? And do they make sense in today's globalised world? Exploring Europe through various perspectives, this exhibition catalogue offers a view of what constitutes Europe and Europeans. It is structured around six clichés about Europe, which—like...

Earthbound - In Dialogue with Nature gathers forward-thinking works proposing alternative ways of shaping the complex relationship between human activities and the ecosystem. These visionary approaches emphasize the need for dialogue through new forms of interaction and consciously challenge political and geographical boundaries. They intervene in the current debate to initiate change. Created in collaboration with HEK, Haus der elektronischen...

Focussing on the potentials of creative and artistic thinking in scientific research as well as industrial production, the exhibition shows how collaborations between art and science can substantially support the creation of innovative, sustainable and ethical solutions to the struggles and issues of contemporary societies. Conceived in collaboration with Ars Electronica, an international platform and eponymous festival pioneering in the...