When does the lecture take place?

The lecture takes place on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 18:30 to 19:30.

Where is the event held?

The event takes place at the Museum Peter August Böckstiegel at Schloßstraße 109/111, 33824 Werther (Westf.).

How much does entry cost?

Entry to the lecture costs 5 Euros.

Who is giving the lecture?

The lecture is given by Dr. Christiane Heiser, an independent curator and scientific author with expertise in Johan Thorn Prikker and Heinrich Campendonk.

Is registration required?

Yes, registration is possible via buchung@museumpab.de or by phone at 05203.2961-220.

Are there parking facilities at the museum?

There is a free parking lot available close to the museum. Two parking spots for people with disabilities are located about 20 meters from the entrance.

Awakening in the West: How Düsseldorf's Art Academy Shaped Modernism in the West

Name: Lecture: Awakening in the West – The Düsseldorf Art Academy as a Pioneer of Modernism
Start: 2026-10-28T18:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-28T19:30:00+01:00
Location: Museum Peter August Böckstiegel

Awakening in the West: How Düsseldorf Shaped Modernism

On October 28, 2026, the Museum Peter August Böckstiegel invites you to an art historical lecture about the Düsseldorf Art Academy as a pioneer of modernism. Dr. Christiane Heiser highlights how the traditionally conservative academy transformed into a significant center of modern artistic creation in the 1920s.

From Tradition to Artistic Renewal

At the center is the realignment of the curriculum, which decisively advanced the transformation within the Düsseldorf Art Academy. The appointment of notable artists such as Heinrich Nauen, Johan Thorn Prikker, Heinrich Campendonk, and Paul Klee opened new perspectives on forms of painting, innovative visual languages, and a modern aesthetic experience.

Art History in Regional Context

The lecture shows how these impulses shaped an entire generation of young artists. Among the representatives of the second Bielefeld Modernism are Georg Tuxhorn, Werner Hagemeister, Alfred Wiese, and Erwin Wendt. Thus, the event connects the history of the Düsseldorf Art Academy with the cultural development of Westphalia and the regional art scene.

Expertise and Communication

Dr. Christiane Heiser is an established expert on Johan Thorn Prikker and Heinrich Campendonk. As an independent curator and scientific author in Cologne, she combines art historical research with illustrative work analysis. Her lecture promises a precise contextualization of artistic movements, academy history, and artistic education in the transition to modernism.

An Evening for Art Enthusiasts

The exhibition atmosphere of the Museum Peter August Böckstiegel provides the perfect setting for this art experience. Visitors gain insights into art historical connections, cultural education, and the aesthetic tensions between academic tradition and avant-garde renewal.

Conclusion: Experience Modern Art History Vividly

The lecture opens new perspectives on the Düsseldorf Art Academy and its impact on modern art in the West. Art enthusiasts will experience an enlightening evening among painting, academy history, and regional modernism. Registration with the museum is advisable.