Kulturserver

The Stiftung kulturserver.de gGmbH operates the cost- and ad-free web portal kulturserver.de, one of the largest nationwide online platforms for the cultural sector in Germany. The portal offers cultural creators and institutions comprehensive online tools for self-presentation and information exchange.

• Databases: The portal includes three central databases: an event database with about 9,000 monthly cultural events, an address database with over 25,000 entries of cultural institutions, and a personal database with approximately 27,000 registered cultural creators.
• Online Tools: Members can create web business cards, enter and edit event dates and addresses online. Additionally, tools such as a newsletter system, a tool for printing event flyers, and a calendar module for their own website are available.
• Webspace and E-Mail: Each member receives a domain including webspace and an email address[1].

The main mission of the Stiftung kulturserver.de gGmbH is to provide cultural creators with free online tools to present their work and events on the internet. This is done within the framework of a decentralized network that promotes information exchange and networking among cultural creators and institutions.

• Free and Ad-Free: The portal is free and ad-free to enable an independent and comprehensive presentation of cultural activities.
• Networking: By using shared databases (CultureBase), regional, sector-oriented, and state cultural servers form an extensive network that increases the exchange and visibility of cultural content[1].

The Stiftung kulturserver.de gGmbH is committed to the long-term promotion and documentation of culture in Germany. Here are some key aspects of their sustainability goals and initiatives:

• Long-Term Data Management: The databases are designed to remain current and available in the long term. Members are responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of their data, supported by overarching online editorial teams[1].