An exhibition on the current state of democracy in Germany, featuring cartoons by Katharina Greve, Greser & Lenz, Hauck & Bauer, and satirical poems by Thomas Gsella. They are all among the leading figures in the German satirical scene. Their work appears regularly in publications such as Titanic, FAZ, and FASZ.

In a democracy under pressure, our society and its internal cohesion face major challenges. Satire can serve as a catalyst and a gateway to conversation, and can act as a relieving force in heated debates. It highlights a society’s democratic character, particularly at points of social tension. Laughter helps—especially in times of crisis. 

A traveling exhibition by the Caricatura Museum Frankfurt in cooperation with the Kulturfonds Frankfurt RheinMain as part of World Design Capital 2026 and the 80th anniversary of Hesse.

What does a city look like when children design it? 

In the WDC project “Auf die PLÄTZE los,” children engaged creatively with public spaces through various activities and events in their neighborhood. They developed new ideas for squares, paths, and gathering places that are child-friendly and reflect their interests. 

In the subproject “Visual Utopias for a Livable City,” children participating in the school social work program at the Friedrich-Ludwig-Jahn School and the Ursula-Wölfel School explored the traffic area around the Ringkirche and artistically developed their own visions for it. With plenty of imagination, this has given rise to ideas that, from a child’s perspective, represent a livable city of the future:

More Green Spaces – Less Traffic – Public Spaces for Play

On April 30, 2026, the children presented their project—alongside the “Visual Utopia” by Hamburg artist Jan Kamensky—at the Ringkirche to a broad cross-section of the city’s residents and political representatives, with clear demands:

Children must be heard and involved!

“Auf die PLÄTZE los” is a project of the Wiesbaden Office of Social Work and is coordinated by the Department of School Social Work for Children.

Contact: schulsozialarbeit-kinderwiesbadende

Information: School Social Work for Children | State Capital of Wiesbaden (opens in a new tab)

Information on the WDC project “Auf die PLÄTZE los”: Auf die PLÄTZE los | State Capital of Wiesbaden (opens in a new tab)

The KulturCampus Wiesbaden is intended to bring together the existing cultural institutions in Wiesbaden’s Kulturpark under one roof while also creating space for new concepts, uses, and cultural perspectives. 

The goal is to secure the long-term existence, continuity, and growth of cultural institutions, enable new access to cultural programming, and promote participatory approaches by cultural organizations and supported creative spaces. Through lectures, workshops, panel discussions, and other event formats held directly on-site, the KulturCampus initiative aims to actively involve cultural practitioners, users, city policymakers, and citizens in the development and design of the project. In this way, the democratic planning and design process becomes visible, accessible, and directly experiential.

The pop-up exhibition "CONSUMPTION and ME – From Department Stores to Shopping Apps" explores the relationship between consumption and us—and our democracy—from the early days of department stores to current issues surrounding online shopping, sustainability, and social participation.

It is both a history museum and a future lab: thus, it not only looks back but also invites visitors to participate and reflect. Together, visions for the future of consumption are to be developed and discussed. 

Project partner: Janine Seitz, futurist.

Friday, July 24, 1:00–4:00 p.m.: Open Studio at the Gläsernes Museum: “Summer in the City” Collage Workshop

What does your summer in Wiesbaden look like?

The collage should capture the special atmosphere of summer in Wiesbaden. It depicts how people enjoy the warm days, which places are bustling, and which colors, activities, and moods are typical of this season.

Come by, cut, glue, and display your work in the WerkRaum!
An artistic activity for all ages.

Saturday, July 25, 2026, 3:00–6:00 p.m. | Open workshop as part of the accompanying program for the exhibition “Christian Dell. From the Silver Jug to Goldgasse”: “We’ll design a postcard in the ‘Bauhaus style’”

In the first half of the 20th century, the Bauhaus School not only revolutionized architecture and interior design but also made a significant contribution to the development of a new typography and commercial graphic design.

In our printing workshop, we’ll explore primary colors and basic geometric shapes to design our own Bauhaus postcards using stamps, scissors, and simple printing tools.

Free admission – all ages – no registration required

Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 2:00–4:00 p.m. 

What exactly is… Joana doing at the museum?

Joana Brauhardt, a research associate for the special exhibition “Christian Dell—From the Silver Jug to Goldgasse,” explains how an exhibition comes to life, from the initial idea to the opening. 

What do our purchases reveal about us? And what does consumerism have to do with democracy?

Janine Seitz, curator of the exhibition and founder of the Museum of Consumer Culture, guides visitors through the exhibition. The exhibition spans a wide range of topics, from the plastic bag as a memento of the world before online shopping, to the history of department stores in Wiesbaden, all the way to modern mass consumption. Featuring eye-opening moments, hands-on activities, and plenty of space for discussion.

Free admission · No registration required

During the summer semester of 2026, RheinMain University of Applied Sciences will hold seminars at WerkRaum Wiesbaden in the pedestrian zone. WerkRaum will serve as a central platform for exchange and networking between RheinMain University of Applied Sciences and the local community.

Multichannel Campaign for FUNK with Prof. Jörg Waldschütz 

Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. | Tuesday, July 14, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. 

Political Posters – The Power of Graphics and Typography with Prof. Jörg Waldschütz 

Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Wednesday, July 8, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Wednesday, July 15, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 

Skoda – The Future of Education with AI: The Case of Skoda with Prof. Jörg Waldschütz

Thursday, July 2, 2026, 2:15–4:00 p.m. | Thursday, July 9, 2:15–4:00 p.m. | Thursday, July 16, 2:15–4:00 p.m.