Kunsthalle Emden – 40th Anniversary Programme 2026
Anniversary year of the Kunsthalle Emden with a major retrospective and parallel special exhibitions to mark its 40th anniversary
About Kunsthalle Emden 40 Years
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40 Years of Kunsthalle Emden
Founded in 1986 by publisher Henri Nannen, the Kunsthalle Emden is one of North Germany's most important private art institutions. Its collection comprises over a thousand works from Classical Modernism and contemporary art, focusing on German Expressionism, New Objectivity, and current art. The 2026 anniversary year will be celebrated with a major retrospective of its own collection, alongside parallel special exhibitions.
Anniversary Exhibition 'Bilder, die wir lieben'
From April 26, 2026, to May 2, 2027, the exhibition 'Bilder, die wir lieben. 40 Jahre Kunsthalle Emden' will showcase a curated selection from the collection. The exhibition is designed as a reflective presentation of works, combining art historical highlights with institutional memories and audience favourites from four decades.
Parallel Special Exhibitions
'Misha Kuball. eight planets, one star, one world' (April 26 – August 2, 2026) is dedicated to current installation art. 'AM HAFEN' (March 21 – August 2, 2026) thematically incorporates the city's maritime location, serving as a curatorial response to the collection's geographical identity.
'Langer Kunstabend' as Accompanying Format
The monthly 'Langer Kunstabend' (first Tuesday of the month, 5 PM to 9 PM) is particularly enhanced in the 2026 anniversary year. Free admission, a guided tour at 6 PM, and special events at 7 PM are regularly offered. This format is funded by the Aloys Wobben Foundation and is a crucial component of the Kunsthalle's accessible outreach activities.
Kunsthalle Emden 40 Years — edition 2026
The combination of a major retrospective from its own collection with two parallel special exhibitions showcases the breadth of the Kunsthalle's profile. While 'Bilder, die wir lieben' explores the historical collection canon, 'Misha Kuball' presents current installation positions, and 'AM HAFEN' uses the city's identity as an artistic theme.
Detailed programme items (openings, artist talks, curatorial tours, accompanying events) will be communicated via the website kunsthalle-emden.de and the printed programme booklet.
Programme Kunsthalle Emden 40 Years 2026
The 2026 programme is confirmed on the official website:
- March 21, 2026 – August 2, 2026 – Exhibition AM HAFEN
- April 26, 2026 – May 2, 2027 – Anniversary Show Bilder, die wir lieben. 40 Jahre Kunsthalle Emden
- April 26, 2026 – August 2, 2026 – Misha Kuball. eight planets, one star, one world
- Every 1st Tuesday of the month, 5 PM–9 PM – Langer Kunstabend (free admission)
- 6 PM: Guided tour of the current exhibition
- 7 PM: Special event (artist talk, performance, reading, etc.)
- Opening Reception Stefanie Kampling Heiter bis wolkig on May 31, 2026 (example date)
Detailed special events, artist talks, and workshops will be published on kunsthalle-emden.de/kunst-aktiv/kalender.
Highlights Kunsthalle Emden 40 Years 2026
- 40th anniversary of the Kunsthalle Emden
- Retrospective 'Bilder, die wir lieben' from its own collection
- Special exhibition Misha Kuball: 'eight planets, one star, one world'
- Exhibition 'AM HAFEN' with maritime references
- Monthly 'Langer Kunstabend' with free admission
Prices Kunsthalle Emden 40 Years 2026
Practical information — Kunsthalle Emden 40 Years
Anniversary Exhibition 2026
- Bilder, die wir lieben. 40 Jahre Kunsthalle Emden
- April 26, 2026 – May 2, 2027
Special Exhibitions 2026
- Misha Kuball. eight planets, one star, one world (April 26 – August 2, 2026)
- AM HAFEN (March 21 – August 2, 2026)
Langer Kunstabend
- First Tuesday of the month, 5 PM–9 PM
- Free admission, guided tour at 6 PM, special event at 7 PM
Location
- Kunsthalle Emden, Hinter dem Rahmen 13
- 26721 Emden, East Frisia
Sponsorship
- Aloys Wobben Foundation
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