Future of the stable museum: villagers and artists for Inge Mahn!

Future of the stable museum: villagers and artists for Inge Mahn!

In Groß Fredenwalde, a special cultural treasure goes into the next round. The stable museum, which was launched by the artist Inge Mahn, who died in 2023, is not only a place that preserves its legacies, but also an exciting space for artistic developments. The newly founded Stallmuseum association e. V. has committed itself to making the museum future -proof. With the current exhibition by the Ukrainian artist Vitalii Shupliak, the stable museum plays a central role in the regional art scene. As the Nordkurier not only shows works by Shupliak, but also takes a look back at the history of the museum that has existed since 2012.

Inge Mahn, who lived in Berlin and Brandenburg for many years, left sustainable impressions in Groß Fredenwalde. Your commitment to art and the community is still noticeable. Mayor Gerd Henselin recalled at the opening of her efforts around the stable and its important role in the village. In order to continue Mahn's legacy, it is important that locals and newcomers work together. The ongoing exhibition is not only a tribute to the artist, but also an incentive for the community to actively participate in the cultural events.

a dialogue between art and community

Vitalii Shupliak, whose works were created during his residence in Berlin, is the first participant in the new residence program of the stable museum e. V. He contributes to the continuation of Mahn's ideas with his local installations. The curator Marta Smolińska emphasizes that Shupliak is in a creative dialogue with the villagers. Together they create new works of art that, among other things, address migration - a central aspect that is symbolized by carpets that are rolled up with cable ties. This work combines local history with universal topics, which are also important in the current society. The Society for Culture and History with the title "It must continue because it continues" as an important contribution to the cultural exchange.

The exhibition runs until October 5th and is open on Fridays to Sunday - an opportunity to immerse yourself in the artistic diversity and the history of the stable museum. The next artist residence for August, which is designed by a Polish artist, also promises new perspectives and ideas that will further enrich the cultural landscape of the region. As part of the program "Connect Worlds - Kulturland Brandenburg 2024/2025", the promotion of such artistic initiatives will be expanded.

artistic support in rural regions

The stable museum also benefits from overarching cultural initiatives that aim to strengthen art life in rural areas. As part of the program "All.Land-together. Strengthening structures." have been encouraged since 2023 to promote and actively shape your local culture. The aim is to develop innovative and community -creating concepts that strengthen the exchange between the residents. This funding is shown, among other things, in the support of residence projects such as that in Groß Fredenwalde, which makes artistic and social connections visible.

The stable museum remains a lively place of the correct exchange and cultural encounter. The combination of Mahn's legacy with the contemporary art of Vitalii Shupliak and future artists shows the potential that lies in the cooperation between locals and newcomers. So that things go on because it goes on!