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"What level of political involvement is suitable for a museum?"

Museum Debate Scheduled: 'How Politically Active Should Museums Be?' Discussion at Haus Eden on Sept 10, 2025, 7:30 p.m. Exploring the pros, cons, and boundaries of political engagement within museum settings.

Should museums take on a political stance?
Should museums take on a political stance?

"What level of political involvement is suitable for a museum?"

News Article: Panel Discussion Explores the Role of Politics in Museums

On September 10, 2025, a thought-provoking panel discussion titled "How political should a museum be?" is set to take place at Haus Eden. This event is organised by the LÜBECKER MUSEUMS in collaboration with the Center for Cultural Research in Lübeck.

The panel discussion will be moderated by Dr. Tobias Gumbert, an employee of the Collection of World Cultures. The panelists will include museum directors Noura Dirani, Lars Frühsorge, and Jörg-Philipp Thomsa, representing Museumsquartier St. Annen, Collection of World Cultures, and Günter Grass House respectively.

The discussion will delve into opportunities, challenges, and limits of political work in museum context. It will focus on questions such as where content mediation ends and positioning begins.

Admission for adults is 12 euros, and reduced-price tickets and children's admission is 8 euros. Tickets can be purchased online or at the box office on the day of the event. For more information, visit the official website of the organising institutions.

The event will commence at 7:30 PM. Don't miss this opportunity to engage in a stimulating conversation about the role and extent of politics in museums. We look forward to seeing you there!

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