XIII. International Ceramics Symposium Römhild
International artists' meeting at Glücksburg Castle in the Hildburghausen district
About Keramiksymposium Römhild
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Tradition and Innovation in Southern Thuringia
Römhild has become a centre for experimental ceramics in the 21st century. The International Ceramics Symposium, supported by the Förderverein Internationales Keramiksymposium Römhild e.V. (Association for the Support of the International Ceramics Symposium Römhild), takes place every few years and is one of the most prestigious platforms for contemporary ceramic art in Europe.
Glücksburg Castle – Museum and Studio
The venue is Glücksburg Castle in the Henneberg homeland. It houses the Ceramics Museum with a permanent exhibition of the most important works from past symposia. During the symposium, studios are set up where the selected artists work on-site.
«Metamorphosis – Ceramics in the Change of Cultures»
The 2026 theme addresses transformation – as a material (from raw mass to fired work), as a culture (changes in styles, applications, symbolism), and as a social phenomenon. Experimental work and expanded forms of expression, especially in sculpture and plastic arts, are explicitly encouraged.
Eight Artists, Four Weeks, One Exhibition
The number of participants is limited to a maximum of eight artists. A jury of experts selected them from applications submitted by September 30th, 2025. During the working phase, the artists receive a working grant of €2,000 and free accommodation with breakfast. All works will be publicly presented, documented, and published in a catalogue; selected works will remain in the museum's permanent exhibition.
Keramiksymposium Römhild — edition 2026
Artistic Work at the Castle
For four weeks, Glücksburg Castle transforms into an international studio. The eight participants, selected by a jury of experts, work together, exchange ideas, and create works that reflect the theme of «Metamorphosis». The focus is on ceramics in all its forms, with particular openness to sculptural and plastic extensions.
Programme Keramiksymposium Römhild 2026
Schedule 2026
- October 5th, 2026 – Opening and start of the working phase at Glücksburg Castle
- October – Studio work, public demonstrations, visitor encounters
- Weekends – Open days with viewing of works in progress
- End of October – Final exhibition with artist talks and work presentation by all eight participants
- October 31st, 2026 – End of the symposium; selected works remain in the permanent exhibition of the Ceramics Museum
Conditions for Artists
- Working grant: €2,000 per participant
- Free accommodation with breakfast
- Kitchen facilities in the studio
- Catalogue publication
- Purchase of selected works for the permanent exhibition
The artist selection for the 13th edition was made from applications submitted by September 30th, 2025. The selected artists were informed by December 31st, 2025.
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Getting There
By car: A71 or A73, exit Themar/Römhild. By train: Meiningen station, then bus to Römhild. Parking available at the castle.
Admission
Visiting the castle and studio spaces, as well as the final exhibition, requires a fee (museum tariff). Current conditions are available at keramiksymposium-roemhild.de.
Tip
Closing weekend with artist talks and work presentations at the end of October – a highlight for ceramics enthusiasts.
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Where it takes place Keramiksymposium Römhild
Schloss Glücksburg / Keramikmuseum
Schloss Glücksburg, 98631 Römhild