
The Hallenbau in Karlsruhe
Four institutions under one roof - the Kulturquartier in Karlsruhe
From old masters and contemporary sculpture to postmodern media installations and up-and-coming artists: you can experience art from a wide range of eras and styles in the Karlsruhe Hallenbau . In a unique merger, the ZKM and the Städtische Galerie first moved into the building of the old munitions factory, followed shortly afterwards by the Hochschule für Gestaltung. A fourth institution, the Staatliche Kunsthalle, is currently a guest.
Spend an exciting day in this area full of industrial romance, walk through time with art, discover similarities and completely new perspectives!
The Hallenbau
The summer program brings fresh impulses and exciting events to the extraordinary location of the Hallenbau. Discover a diverse cultural offering in the heart of Karlsruhe!
The institutions at Hallenbau Karlsruhe
Four cultural institutions are housed in the Hallenbau Karlsruhe. The Staatliche Kunsthalle exhibits parts of its collection in the KunsthalleKarlsruhe@ZKM. The ZKM | Center for Art and Media is known for its innovative media art. The Hochschule für Gestaltung (HfG ) shows creative design exhibitions, while the Städtische Galerie presents contemporary art with a focus on regional artists.
Current exhibitions in Hallenbau
History and architecture of the
Karlsruhe hall construction
The Hallenbau in Karlsruhe, originally built as an ammunition factory, was converted into a cultural center in the 1990s.
With its impressive industrial architecture and spacious areas, the Hallenbau offers space for exhibitions, art projects and cultural events. It combines historical architecture with contemporary culture, creating a unique place for creativity and education.
Hallenbau Karlsruhe in the culture blog
Exciting stories about Hallenbau in Karlsruhe as well as current exhibitions and events at the four cultural institutions can be read on the Kultur in Karlsruhe cultural blog.