Open day in Düsseldorf: Celebrate 75 years of constitution!

Open day in Düsseldorf: Celebrate 75 years of constitution!

Düsseldorf, Deutschland - On July 5, 2025, the state government and the state parliament of North Rhine-Westphalia invites you to an open day in Düsseldorf. The 75th anniversary of the state constitution is celebrated on this special day. Under the motto "Hey, democracy!" visitors can experience the political processes and facilities up close. Guided tours of various ministries and the State Chancellery are on the program, and ministers and ministers take time for dialogue formats to answer questions from citizens. Several exhibitions will also be accessible, including an important exhibition on the history of NRW constitution.

An online registration for the open day is required, while the state parliament itself can be visited without prior notice. A highlight of the event will be the implementation of a "ministeries rally". Visitors who collect stamps in the rally passport at at least three stations expect small gifts. For the younger guests, the police will present their work and even offer performances by a police doll's stage.

exhibitions and historical reviews

Accompanying the open day, the exhibition "Jubilee. 75 years of constitution NRW" will be opened in the state parliament from July 3. This exhibition addresses the history of the state constitution and its influence on social developments in North Rhine-Westphalia since its adoption in 1950. The state constitution entered force and North Rhine-Westphalia itself on July 11, 1950. This foundation was initiated by the British military government and consisted of parts of the former Prussian Rhine Province and Westphalia. The "Operation Marriage", which marked the official connection between the two regions, took place on August 23, 1946 in Düsseldorf. The Lippe region was added in 1947.

The citizens' comment on the constitution of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia offers valuable information for interested citizens. He explains the regulations of the state constitution in an understandable language and deals with historical developments and the structure of the constitution. Particularly important topics such as the constitutionally guaranteed fundamental rights and the rights of participation of the citizens, including popular initiatives and referendums, are explained in detail. This creates better access to the political structures and processes in the country. Political Education NRW offers this comment to promote democratic awareness.

further events for political participation

In addition to the open house, another event of the state government will take place on August 26 and 27. Here, interested citizens can get to know state politics better. The "mile of democracy" extends along the banks of the Rhine and offers an extensive supporting program with insights into politics, hands-on offers and opportunities for exchange. The Ministry of Culture and Science will be represented with several information tents that deal with science, culture and political education. Minister Ina Brandes and State Secretary Gonca Türkeli-Dehnert will be present at these events and actively contribute to the exchange with the citizens.

North Rhine-Westphalia not only offers an open door to its political institutions, but also numerous opportunities to promote democratic coexistence. Dewezet reports comprehensively about these events and their importance for citizen participation in NRW.