Board of Directors sees accusations of anti-Semitism refuted
Are some of the artworks in the Ibug street art show in Chemnitz anti-Semitic? Following a letter of protest, the organizers have obtained several statements. What happens now?
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Anti-Semitism criticism of street art show in Chemnitz
A street art exhibition is currently running in Chemnitz as part of the European Capital of Culture program. But now there are accusations of anti-Semitism against some of the works on display. This is how the organizers are reacting.
"Germany murders too" - political street art in Chemnitz
Every year, the Ibug festival revitalizes Saxony's industrial wastelands with urban art. Now it is entering its 20th edition in Chemnitz. One theme that characterizes the show is the Gaza war.
Festival attracts 56,000 visitors to the old power plant site
In the Capital of Culture year, the "Begehungen" art festival in Chemnitz attracted a record number of visitors. The venue had it all.
Strong start: Munch exhibition attracts thousands of visitors
The famous Scream motif and almost 100 works by Edvard Munch - the exhibition in Chemnitz delights visitors and ensures long queues in the Capital of Culture year.
Almost 58 million euros for urban development in Chemnitz
For the Capital of Culture year, numerous buildings and squares in Chemnitz have been spruced up at a cost of millions. But there have also been setbacks.
Novel "Rummelplatz" comes to the opera stage - in slow motion
The Second World War is over, but a nuclear arms race is underway between East and West. Miners in the GDR play an important role in this. They are now appearing on the opera stage in Chemnitz.
Major Munch exhibition in Chemnitz - painting returns
Edvard Munch was once in Chemnitz himself and created paintings there. The art collections are now dedicating a major exhibition to the Norwegian artist entitled "Angst".
Chemnitz presents major Munch exhibition - painting returns
The Norwegian artist Edvard Munch was once in Chemnitz himself and created several paintings there. The art collections are now dedicating a major exhibition to him entitled "Angst".
From gray to light: artists set the scene in Chemnitz
Light Our Vision" has already transformed places in Chemnitz into luminous works of art twice. Planning is now underway for the third edition. It is all about people's visions for their city.
Munch and street art - what does Chemnitz have to offer in August?
The second half of Chemnitz's bid to become European Capital of Culture 2025 is already underway. In August, the program will be revved up once again. What visitors can expect.
Ibug street art festival enters its 20th edition
The Ibug street art festival is as much a part of summer in Saxony as ice cream and sunscreen. It is now in its 20th edition in the Capital of Culture year. The artists are already working at full speed.
Art in the coal-fired power station: festival attracts thousands of visitors
Every year, the "Begehungen" festival brings abandoned places back to life with art. In this Capital of Culture year, the scale is larger than ever before: the venue is a decommissioned coal-fired power station.
Leipzig-Chemnitz express buses extended until mid-July
The connection between Leipzig and Chemnitz remains a constant annoyance for many. Despite an extended bus solution, there is still no real relief in sight for the route.
"Odyssey in C": A journey of dance discovery across Chemnitz
Chemnitz is making a name for itself with an unusual dance project: "Odyssey in C" leads through the city in 18 stations - from morning to night.
Crowd pleaser: final spurt for successful mining show
To mark the Capital of Culture year, the Archaeology Museum in Chemnitz is dedicating itself to mining, which has shaped Saxony for centuries. In doing so, the museum has struck a nerve.
Hundreds dance in Chemnitz for a world record attempt
In the Capital of Culture, the city center was transformed into a ballet studio. It didn't quite work out with the largest ballet class in the world. Nevertheless, the organizers are satisfied.
Capital of Culture boosts tourism in Chemnitz
The Capital of Culture program attracts many visitors to the city. The tourism industry is benefiting from this. Contrary to the trend in Saxony, the number of visitors and overnight stays increased up to April.
Positive results at the halfway point of the Capital of Culture
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz invites you to discover the previously unseen. Does this appeal to visitors?
Positive results at the halfway point of the Capital of Culture
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz invites you to discover the previously unseen. Does this appeal to visitors?
More than a hundred thousand visitors at the "Kosmos"
It was a record attendance for the Chemnitz festival. In addition to the performances by the big stars, the smaller formats were also popular. The organizers are delighted.
"Magical moment": Blond meets the Schumann Philharmonic Orchestra
The pop group Blond and the Robert Schumann Philharmonic Orchestra drew thousands of listeners to their crossover performance at the "Kosmos" festival against a historic backdrop. There were a few surprises.
Much more than Juli & Blond - "Kosmos" festival begins
The summer months are the heyday of open-air festivals. In Chemnitz, the "Kosmos" has developed into a crowd-puller. Around 300 program items are offered with free admission.
Tango in Saxony: Capital of Culture looks to South America
How much Saxony is there in tango? The Capital of Culture program explores this in numerous events.
Sharp criticism of problems on the Chemnitz-Leipzig railroad line
The Leipzig-Chemnitz rail link is not only used by commuters, but also by many visitors to the Capital of Culture. But the problems continue.
Dance, art, pop: festival summer for the Capital of Culture year
In the upcoming summer months, Chemnitz's Capital of Culture program will feature one festival after another. Here's what visitors can expect.
Chemnitz on the move - thousands run for culture
As European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz also celebrates sports culture. Thousands take part, accompanied by a wide-ranging music program.
More than 200 musicians accompany the Capital of Culture Marathon
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz is also celebrating its sporting culture. More than 8,000 runners have registered for a marathon. It also offers a broad music program.
Culture prize for Matthias Schweighöfer and Kati Witt
Chemnitz holds the title of European Capital of Culture this year. The European Cultural Awards have now been presented in the Opera House with a large crowd of celebrities. These are the honorees.
European Culture Prize for ex-footballer Michael Ballack
Michael Ballack gained his first soccer experience in Chemnitz. Now the former captain of the national team is returning there. For a very special reason.
Largest Capital of Culture project: "Purple Path" opens
The "Purple Path" transforms the area around Chemnitz into a unique gallery for contemporary art. Big names such as Tony Cragg meet works by artists from the region.
Largest Capital of Culture project: "Purple Path" opens
The "Purple Path" transforms the area around Chemnitz into a unique gallery for contemporary art. Big names such as Tony Cragg meet works by artists from the region.
"Seekers of the sun!" - Exhibition shows art of bismuth
Wismut is known as a mining company from the GDR era. But the company also collected art on a large scale. An exhibition in Zwickau shows many works.
New museum for Karl Schmidt-Rottluff - in his childhood home
As Karl Schmidt, he went to Dresden 120 years ago after leaving school. There, he and three fellow students founded the artists' group "Brücke" - and from then on called themselves Karl Schmidt-Rottluff.
Chemnitz shows garages as places of cultural identity
The city of Chemnitz is offering an unusual discovery tour during the Capital of Culture year. The focus is on garages as places of cultural identity.
Chemnitz invites you to the garage course
There are around 30,000 garages in Chemnitz, many of which were built during the GDR era. In the Capital of Culture year, the city wants to make the otherwise unseen visible - and the garages are also in focus.
White Paper: What should change for Europe's Capitals of Culture
The European Capital of Culture program is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. However, the initiative in its current form is not without controversy. What will happen to it after 2033?
New art museum on Karl Schmidt-Rottluff
The beginnings of Karl Schmidt-Rottluff's artistic path lie in Chemnitz. A new museum in his parents' house traces his life and the early history of the "Brücke".
From streetcar station to cultural venue: "Garage Campus" opens
Chemnitz has a new place for culture and creativity. To this end, an old streetcar depot has been extensively refurbished. The first major exhibition is planned for May.
90 artists in 70 locations: "Purple Path" opens in April
The "Purple Path" brings local and international art to life in the open air and connects the Chemnitz Capital of Culture region. What can visitors expect at the opening in April?
July comes to Chemnitz for the Kosmos Festival
The Kosmos Festival attracted around 70,000 visitors last year. It will be back for another edition in June. The first items on the program have now been announced.
Music and literature: what the Capital of Culture has to offer in March
Chemnitz has officially been the European Capital of Culture since mid-January. It has already attracted a number of exhibitions. Now further program items are being added.
New art gallery for light art by James Turrell
Chemnitz's "Purple Path" as European Capital of Culture attracts visitors with national and international art in the open air. A new art gallery is being built especially for a light installation.
Capital of Culture region shows "Museumcircle" after John Cage
In addition to Chemnitz itself, the surrounding area is also part of the European Capital of Culture 2025. More than 50 museums are now displaying some of their treasures in an exhibition based on a concept by John Cage.
Chemnitz 2025: Art, culture, creativity - and VW as a strong partner
Discover Chemnitz 2025, the year as European Capital of Culture, with over 1,000 events in the region. As a partner, Volkswagen supports cultural diversity and social cohesion.
Around 80,000 visitors at the Capital of Culture Festival in Chemnitz
Chemnitz celebrated the start of the Capital of Culture year. Thousands of visitors flocked to the city's stages.
Tens of thousands celebrate the opening of the Capital of Culture Chemnitz
Chemnitz kicked off its year as European Capital of Culture with a major stage show. The nationally renowned Karl Marx Monument provided the backdrop.
Steinmeier: "Anyone who didn't know Chemnitz has missed a lot"
Chemnitz in Saxony is the European Capital of Culture 2025. The Federal President invites you to take a closer look and get to know the region and its people.
Demonstrations at the opening ceremony in Chemnitz
The official launch of Chemnitz as Capital of Culture is accompanied by demonstrations. There are loud protests against a march by the far-right Free Saxons.
Tens of thousands of guests expected at the Capital of Culture launch
Chemnitz rings in the year as European Capital of Culture with a big show and a ceremony. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected. What is planned?
Big show heralds the start of the Capital of Culture year in Chemnitz
After years of preparation, Chemnitz is ready for its year as European Capital of Culture 2025. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected for the opening.
Capital of Culture should offer an opportunity for a new perspective
Chemnitz starts as European Capital of Culture. Around 2 million visitors from Germany and around the world are expected. The government's Commissioner for Eastern Europe hopes to combat prejudices.
Main stage set up for the Capital of Culture year in Chemnitz
Chemnitz wants to officially ring in the year as European Capital of Culture 2025 with a big celebration in the city center on Saturday. The main stage at the landmark is already in place.
Capital of Culture: Bosse and Fritz Kalkbrenner at the opening
On Saturday, Chemnitz is expecting tens of thousands of visitors for the opening of the Capital of Culture year. Further artists for the big show at the Marx Monument have now been announced.
How Chemnitz is starting its Capital of Culture year
The countdown is on: Chemnitz will officially ring in the year as European Capital of Culture 2025 with a big celebration in the city center on Saturday. What can visitors expect?
Economy builds on positive effects of Capital of Culture
The Capital of Culture year will be officially opened in Chemnitz on January 18. Around two million visitors are expected throughout the year. How will the regional economy benefit?
Road closures for the opening of the Capital of Culture year
Tens of thousands of visitors are expected in Chemnitz for the opening of the Capital of Culture year. After the Christmas market attack in Magdeburg, the security concept has been reviewed once again.
Christians invite you to the Capital of Culture year in the Chemnitz region
The modern church of St. Pius in Hohenstein-Ernstthal was only consecrated at the end of the 1990s. On Sunday, Catholic Christians kicked off the Capital of Culture year here - with nationwide attention.
Federal President attends the opening of the Capital of Culture
Chemnitz is expecting high-ranking guests for the opening of the Capital of Culture year on January 18. The ceremony will be broadcast live on television.
Chemnitz is Capital of Culture - big celebration on January 18
Europe's cultural scene looks to Chemnitz: after years of preparation, the city is now the European Capital of Culture together with Nova Gorica in Slovenia. The opening on January 18 will be marked by a big celebration.
Up to 100,000 people expected at the Capital of Culture celebrations
A spectacular event with a steam locomotive is to commemorate the city's long industrial history at the opening of the Capital of Culture year in Chemnitz. Other details of the show are still under wraps.
European Capitals of Culture: Handover of the baton to Chemnitz
In 2024, cities in the Alps, the far north and the Baltic states hosted the Capital of Culture year. In 2025, Europe's cultural focus will turn to Saxony and the Italian-Slovenian border.
Exhibition shows Henry van de Velde and his networks
A Belgian in Chemnitz: on the way to the Capital of Culture year, a new exhibition highlights the work of designer Henry van de Velde. One of his complete works of art can be seen in the city.
Jury sees Chemnitz well prepared for the Capital of Culture year
Chemnitz will be the European Capital of Culture in 2025. The grand opening is planned in just under two months. Experts have now taken another critical look at the state of preparations.
Chemnitz increases admission to art museums
Chemnitz is expecting many guests from near and far in the Capital of Culture year 2025. The art museums will also be presenting a top-class program. However, visitors will have to pay more admission.
From Munch to Mosch: Chemnitz art program 2025
Chemnitz is associated with internationally renowned artists. During the GDR era, there was an alternative art scene here. A top-class exhibition program will shed light on all of this in the coming year.
Chemnitz 2025: Capital of Culture with a diverse program
In just under three months, the Capital of Culture year will officially open in Chemnitz. The final program has now been announced. What can visitors from Germany and abroad expect?
Chemnitz plans major events and creative projects as Capital of Culture 2025
In 2025, Chemnitz and Nova Gorica in Slovenia will be the European Capital of Culture. Around two million visitors are expected. What will they be offered in Saxony?
"Silberglanz & Kumpeltod" - museum shows large mining exhibition
From silver to coal to uranium: mining has shaped many regions of Saxony for centuries. It has brought prosperity and shaped culture, but has also led to disease and environmental destruction.
Light art enchants Chemnitz - a new view of architecture
A light art trail offers a new perspective on well-known buildings in Chemnitz and highlights places that otherwise receive little attention. Behind this is an architectural vision for the city.
Festival transforms old coal-fired power station into art gallery
At the beginning of the year, the plug was pulled on the old combined heat and power plant in Chemnitz. Now it will have a completely new use in the Capital of Culture year 2025: as a temporary gallery for contemporary art.
European Peace Ride starts under adverse weather conditions
Athletes wanted to take the baton of the European Capital of Culture from Bad Ischl to Chemnitz by bike. But the start was canceled due to persistent rain. What about the other stages?
European Peace Ride 2024: Cyclists on tour for peace
Chemnitz will be the European Capital of Culture in 2025. Four months before the opening, cyclists symbolically pick up the baton in Austria - and celebrate the culture of sport.
New peace ride: Cycling connects cultural capitals
Chemnitz will be the European Capital of Culture in 2025. Four months before the opening, cyclists symbolically pick up the baton in Austria - and celebrate the culture of sport.
Pilot documentation center on the NSU complex takes shape
There will be a first documentation center on the NSU crimes in Chemnitz in 2025. The foundations have been laid, now the implementation begins.
Zwickau Art Museum closes until 2028
If you want to experience the treasures of the Zwickau Art Collections one last time, you'll have to hurry. At the end of June, the museum closes for several years for construction work. What will happen to the Pechstein paintings in the meantime?
Cyclists build a bridge between two cultural capitals
The European Peace Ride has been celebrating sports culture since 2021. On the way to the Capital of Culture year 2025, the participants are now symbolically bringing the baton to Chemnitz.
Joyce and Bräunig: Theater plans for Capital of Culture
As European Capital of Culture in 2025, Chemnitz also wants to score points with international guests. The city's five-division theater is preparing for this. What projects can visitors look forward to?
Chemnitz Theater prepared for the Capital of Culture year 2025
Despite financial challenges, Chemnitz Theatre believes it is well prepared for the Capital of Culture year 2025. However, the situation surrounding the refurbishment of the Schauspielhaus is causing particular concern.
Hartmannfabrik in Chemnitz becomes the center of the European Capital of Culture 2025
The Hartmannfabrik in Chemnitz is being renovated for 10.5 million euros and will serve as a visitor center and headquarters for Kulturhauptstadt GmbH.
Opening of the visitor center in Chemnitz in preparation for the European Capital of Culture 2025
Former factory building to be converted into a visitor center for the European Capital of Culture 2025
Travel providers gather information on the Capital of Culture 2025
A showcase for the Capital of Culture Year 2025: the city of Chemnitz and the surrounding area will be presenting itself to travel providers and trade journalists from almost 40 countries from this Sunday. The occasion is the Germany Travel Mart, which is being held in Chemnitz until Tuesday. At thi ..
Chemnitz welcomes tourism providers from 38 countries
Chemnitz wants to attract visitors from all over the world as European Capital of Culture in 2025. In the coming days, international tourism providers will already be visiting the city to get a first-hand impression.
Chemnitz plans Capital of Culture Marathon for 2025
As European Capital of Culture 2025, Chemnitz wants to combine sport and culture with a marathon, with music along the route and various distances planned for the runners.
Art festival explores protest and resistance
The "Begehungen" festival has been bringing contemporary art to unusual places for years - to the delight of thousands of visitors. Now the festival organizers want to bring the theme of protest to a former school.
Expansion of the "Purple Path" art and sculpture trail to include Gregor Gaida's "Polygonal Horse II"
The "Purple Path" art and sculpture trail in the Chemnitz region is being extended to include the sculpture "Polygonal Horse II" by Gregor Gaida.
East German photography promoted at the Venice Biennale for the 2025 Capital of Culture year in Chemnitz
East German photography is being used to promote the 2025 Capital of Culture year in Chemnitz to the international art public at the Venice Biennale.
Saxony promotes cultural travel in Chemnitz at ITB
Saxony's tourism minister is promoting cultural trips to Saxony at ITB, with a focus on Chemnitz as European Capital of Culture 2025.
Chemnitz European Capital of Culture 2025
Around 100 projects and around 1000 events are planned for the Capital of Culture year in Chemnitz.
Chemnitz wants to position itself as European Capital of Culture 2025
Chemnitz is gearing up for its role as European Capital of Culture 2025 and is expecting an intensive year of work to define the program and make it visible. Numerous events are being planned and the city is preparing for many international guests.
To nap in concert: hammocks on garage campus
Jacket or pajamas, evening dress or nightgown? This is the question facing concertgoers in Chemnitz this weekend. The future garage campus of the European Capital of Culture 2025 is hosting a sleep concert.
Chemnitz: No Apple Tree Parade in the Capital of Culture 2025
The main project, the European Apple Tree Parade, a planned highlight of Chemnitz as European Capital of Culture 2025, has been put on hold. Stefan Schmidtke, executive director of the program, announced Friday that the project will be redesigned in the area of "Living Neighborhood" by the end of th ..