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The Edith-Russ-Haus für Medienkunst in Oldenburg is an important center for contemporary media art, dedicated to the presentation and discussion of innovative and experimental positions within the international art scene. Since its opening in 2000, the house has offered a dynamic exhibition program that regularly changes and includes artist talks and workshops to promote public discourse on contemporary art and its relationship to social reality.
The Edith-Russ-Haus provides a platform for the realization of new artistic projects and supports several innovative artworks annually. These projects contribute to artistic production, experimental collaboration, and critical engagement. The house is known for its high-profile exhibitions and publications that address the influences of modern technologies on art and the critical examination of the present.
The mission of the Edith-Russ-Haus is to promote artists who develop visionary and speculative designs for the future by critically questioning the present. The house sees itself as a channel through which information about art, society, and new media flows, and it fosters exchange between artists and the public. The values of the house are based on openness, innovation, and the promotion of a critical dialogue about the role of art in society.
The Edith-Russ-Haus is committed to promoting projects that address pressing global issues such as climate change, migration, and the relationship between humans and nature. By supporting artists who engage with these topics, the house contributes to raising awareness and understanding of sustainable practices. The supported projects encourage the development of new perspectives on the challenges of our time and finding creative solutions.
In 2024, it was revealed that the original namesake Edith Ruß had a problematic past during the Nazi era. As a result, the city of Oldenburg has initiated a renaming of the house to critically reflect on the historical context. The team of the Edith-Russ-Haus supports this initiative and advocates for a transparent engagement with history.
The Edith-Russ-Haus remains a central place for the promotion and presentation of media art in Germany and beyond, providing artists with a platform to make their work accessible to an international audience.
