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The Deichtorhallen Hamburg are among the largest and most renowned exhibition spaces for contemporary art and photography in Europe. Founded on the historic site of the former Berlin train station, the two halls were built between 1911 and 1914 as market halls and today represent significant examples of industrial architecture from the transitional period between Art Nouveau and the expressive forms of the 20th century.
The Deichtorhallen Hamburg are committed to nurturing and promoting the visual arts of the 20th and 21st centuries. Their mission includes presenting artistically ambitious exhibitions at an international level to inspire a broad audience for contemporary art and photography. The focus is on the quality and diversity of the exhibitions as well as on promoting artistic innovations and experiments[2][3].
The Deichtorhallen Hamburg are dedicated to the long-term preservation and development of the cultural site. This includes extensive restoration and renovation measures, such as the recent comprehensive renovation of the Hall for Current Art and the upcoming renovation of the southern Deichtorhalle, which houses the House of Photography. These measures are supported by the Körber Foundation and the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg[2][3].
Additionally, the Deichtorhallen contribute to the cultural and economic revitalization of the area through their participation in cultural and urban development initiatives, such as the photography festival Triennale der Photographie Hamburg. The close cooperation with numerous Hamburg museums and cultural institutions underscores the commitment to a vibrant and diverse cultural landscape[2].
In addition to the exhibitions, the Deichtorhallen offer a variety of additional activities and facilities. These include a library, two bookstores, a support association, and the friends' circle of the House of Photography. The restaurant and bar "Berliner Bahnhof" as well as the outdoor gastronomy "Containers on the Green" enhance the attractiveness of the location[2].
Thus, the Deichtorhallen Hamburg are not only a center for contemporary art and photography but also a vibrant part of the Hamburg cultural scene, distinguished by its historic architecture, innovative exhibitions, and diverse cultural offerings.
