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Because art can move anything The exhibition centre Kunstwerk Carlshütte, in the German town of Büdelsdorf, is not only home to a variety of fabulous exhibitions of contemporary art, but also frequently hosts concerts, readings, theatre performances and film screenings. It is on a truly inspiring mission to give artists from all over the world a voice. TEXT: MARILENA STRACKE | PHOTOS: KUNSTWERK CARLSHÜTTE
Kunstwerk Carlshütte, a non-profit cultural initiative between the ACO Group and the towns of Büdelsdorf and Rendsburg, opened its doors over 16 years ago and has gained an excellent reputation, locally and abroad, ever since. Diversity and contrast can be seen as the pillars of Carlshütte’s concept and philosophy.The hosts and initiators of Kunstwerk Carlshütte are the en-
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various art objects in the sculpture park, which stretches over an impressive 80,000 square metres, brings the sense of enchanted lands of a different world.To round up the experience, the art café invites guests to take a break and discuss what the have seen.
trepreneurial couple Hans-Julius and Johanna Ahlmann.
NordArt, the undisputed highlight
Carlshütte’s is based in an old iron foundry, which was originally built around 1830.The character of the foundry brings about an undeniable charm and contributes to the special atmosphere of the 22,000-squaremetre exhibition space. A walk amongst
The centrepiece of Carlshütte is the special NordArt exhibition, held every summer for four months and brings the world together artistically. It is one of the biggest European exhibitions of contemporary art and attracts approximately 70,000 guests each year.