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Special exhibition: Gera shows the vibrant life of the 80s!
Experience the special exhibition “That was the 80s!” in the Gera City Museum, which will focus on the GDR era from November 21, 2025.
Special exhibition: Gera shows the vibrant life of the 80s!
Gera always makes headlines, and now the city is all about the upcoming special exhibition “That was the 80s! Gera in the last decade of the GDR”. This exhibition is by Straight is advertised and will open its doors on November 21, 2025 to take visitors back to the turbulent times of the 1980s until May 31, 2026.
The show highlights a wide spectrum: from the urban development and economic development of Gera between 1980 and 1990 to the normal everyday stories of its citizens. The striking renovation and new construction of the city center, which was largely completed in 1984, is also discussed. However, the modern design also led to the destruction of larger parts of the historic old town, which still concerns many Geranians today.
Gera: A look into history
Gera's roots go back to the Paleolithic period. The city was first mentioned in documents in the 10th century, and it was founded as a colonial city in the early 13th century. In the 19th century, Gera transformed into an industrial city, with textile production playing the dominant role for a long time. The city experienced tragic turns during and after the devastating bombing raids in World War II. These and many other chapters of the city's history are brought to life in the exhibition. This is particularly true for the period from 1952 to 1990, when Gera was the capital of the GDR district of the same name Wikipedia holds on.
The 1980s represented a special phase for Gera. With a population of 134,000 at the end of the decade, the city experienced an enormous boom. The electrical industry established itself as the leading industry and created numerous new jobs, which offered many people prospects.
Life in the 80s
Visitors to the exhibition can look forward to a colorful representation of everyday life on topics such as living, music, leisure, fashion and school. The attitude to life and the cultural signs of this time are clearly conveyed through many exhibits. The show will not only capture the development of the city, but also the atmosphere of the 80s, which was a key moment for many.
With this comprehensive review, Gera invites not only its citizens but also guests from outside to engage with their own history and see the city in a new light. A look that is definitely worth taking in the next few months during the exhibition!