(Re)use: Students at Mainz University of Applied Sciences are planning a diverse mix of residential and commercial spaces, cultural facilities, and retail outlets for the vacant department store. The robust structural framework of the building, which was constructed in 1972, will be reused in a circular manner—in the truest sense of the word.

Exhibition of the BDA Hessen university project.

With a project that focuses on public spaces as spaces vital to a democratic and open society, the BDA is participating in World Design Capital 2026.

The exhibition “Architecture Day 1995–2025 – Shaping a Sustainable Hesse” looks back on 30 years of architectural culture in Hesse. Using three current challenges in the building industry—housing, sustainability, and materials—as examples, it explores planning paradigms as reflected in their respective eras.

Organizer: Chamber of Architects and Urban Planners of Hesse (AKH), Wiesbaden.

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.

Open Print Workshop – Cutting, Rolling, Stamping, Printing, and Leaving Traces of Color

Here, everything revolves around color, paper, and hand printing. Together in the print workshop, we’ll explore what kinds of things we can print using everyday materials. We’ll make our own simple printing blocks and apply various techniques to paper. 

This results in unique works of art, such as colorful patterns and stamped images.

The open print workshop is a space for artistic experimentation where everyone is invited to join in! So… come on in!

What does an archaeologist actually do at a museum?

Here’s another chance for you to find out for yourselves! From 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., you can watch one of our archaeologists, Philipp Schug, at work.

He’ll provide fascinating insights into the SAM’s current archaeological projects, show you what research is being conducted right now, and answer your questions about archaeology, excavations, and museum work.

Stop by and discover what goes on behind the scenes at a museum. We look forward to seeing you there!

What exactly does… a museum conservator do?

How are archaeological finds preserved, examined, and reassembled? At WerkRaum Wiesbaden, our conservator offers fascinating insights into his work and discusses the sam’s current brick project.

Using original Roman brick fragments, he demonstrates how artifacts are restored and what’s important when gluing and reassembling ancient materials.

Come by and discover what goes on behind the scenes at a museum. We look forward to seeing you there!

Do you remember this? What’s the deal with the “White Weeks”? And what does a Berlin techno club have to do with department store history? In this guided consumer quiz, we’ll dive into the history of consumerism together—with surprises, shared memories, and the occasional “aha” moment. No buzzers, no stress. Just join in the fun. Prior knowledge? Not necessary. The main thing is to have fun.

Hosted by: Janine Seitz, curator of the exhibition “KONSUM und ICH” and founder of the Museum of Consumer Culture.

Participation is free. Registration recommended (limited space) at: infokonsummuseumde or by phone at 0176 99806148.

On Architecture Day, visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the diverse and transformative initiatives and projects in Wiesbaden—such as the

• exhibition by the Hessian Chamber of Architects on changes in residential construction,
• the Glass Museum of the sam – City Museum on the Market,
• the circular "Dreh Dein Ding" with Judith Allgäuer,
• “Communal Living in Bierstadt” with 3deluxe,
• “CONSUMPTION and ME – From Department Store to Shopping App” with consumer researcher Janine Seitz –
• as well as the students of the RheinMain universities with their project work.

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. The seminars will take place from May 4 to July 17, 2026:

• “Multichannel Campaign for FUNK,” Prof. Jörg Waldschütz,
  Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• “Political Posters – The Power of Graphics,” Prof. Dr. Dr. Alexander Moutchnik & Prof. Jörg Waldschütz,
  Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• “Skoda—Teaching of the Future with AI Using Skoda as an Example,” Prof. Jörg Waldschütz,
  Thursdays, 2:15–4:00 p.m.