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The Werkbundarchiv – Museum der Dinge is a unique cultural institution dedicated to the documentation and presentation of the product and design culture of the 20th and 21st centuries.
The Werkbundarchiv – Museum der Dinge is supported by the non-profit association Werkbundarchiv e.V., which was founded in 1973. The main mission of the museum is to preserve the history and values of the German Werkbund and make them accessible to the public. The German Werkbund stands for the connection of art, craft, and technology and promotes a design culture that is both functional and aesthetic[2][4].
The museum is engaged in various initiatives that emphasize sustainability and social responsibility in urban development. The exhibition "Profitopolis or the State of the City" criticizes, for example, land speculation, the reckless treatment of historical buildings and urban nature, and calls for citizen initiatives. These approaches reflect the museum's commitment to addressing current urban challenges and promoting sustainable solutions[1].
After a seven-month closure, the museum has reopened at its new location in Berlin-Mitte. In addition to the current special exhibition, a new permanent exhibition on the German Werkbund and the product and design culture of the 20th and 21st centuries will open on November 8, 2024. These developments underscore the museum's ongoing commitment to making cultural and historical values accessible to the public[1].
