When does the lecture take place?

On July 29, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the Kunsthalle Bielefeld.

Where does the event take place?

In the auditorium of the Kunsthalle Bielefeld, Artur-Ladebeck-Straße 5, 33602 Bielefeld.

How much does the lecture cost?

The ticket for the lecture costs 5 euros. Admission to the exhibition is not included in the price.

Do I need to register?

No, the event takes place without registration.

Is the Kunsthalle accessible?

Yes, the Kunsthalle Bielefeld is accessible from the Adenauerplatz tram stop.

Are there tours and educational offerings in the museum?

Yes, the Kunsthalle offers exhibition tours, creative workshops, and other educational programs.

An Insightful Evening about Joseph Beuys, Memory, and German History

Name: Shared History? Joseph Beuys and National Socialism
Start: 2026-07-29T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-29T21:00:00+02:00
Location: Kunsthalle Bielefeld

Joseph Beuys in the Mirror of German History

The Kunsthalle Bielefeld invites you to a lecture on July 29, 2026, which re-examines one of the most influential and often discussed artists of the 20th century: Joseph Beuys. Under the title Shared History? Joseph Beuys and National Socialism, art historian Ron Manheim focuses on the public thinker and speaker Beuys and asks which ideas of the past, memory, and German identity become visible in his statements. The evening opens a critical view on a still controversial chapter of art and contemporary history. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1864972?utm_source=openai))

Beuys as a Key Figure of Post-War Art

Joseph Beuys was a sculptor, draftsman, performance artist, and a defining theorist of the expanded concept of art. His work ranges from early drawings and sculptural works to actions, environments, and political interventions that understand art as a social form of thinking. It is precisely this connection of biography, material, and public discourse that continues to make him impactful to this day. ([eai.org](https://www.eai.org/artists/joseph-beuys/biography?utm_source=openai))

Ron Manheim brings a long-term research perspective for this evening. He studied art history and archaeology, worked on Expressionism and art policy in National Socialism, and was involved for many years in establishing the Joseph Beuys Archive at the Museum Schloss Moyland. Thus, the lecture combines scientific precision with curatorial experience. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1864972?utm_source=openai))

An Evening Between Art Contemplation and Memory Culture

The lecture in the auditorium of the Kunsthalle does not lead into the distance of pure theory, but into a lively engagement with the question of how art, ideology, and historical self-interpretation intertwine. Those who only know Beuys as a mythological figure will experience a nuanced analysis of his work and context, which also reveals the ambiguities of his thinking. The exhibition practice of the Kunsthalle Bielefeld, which explicitly connects education, tours, and cultural education, provides the suitable framework for this. ([kunsthalle-bielefeld.de](https://kunsthalle-bielefeld.de/besuchen/?utm_source=openai))

The Kunsthalle Bielefeld as a Place of Dialogue

The Kunsthalle Bielefeld is a house of modernity, architecturally distinctive and with a clear educational mandate. The museum is located at Artur-Ladebeck-Straße 5, is accessible from the Adenauerplatz tram stop, and offers regular guided tours as well as museum educational formats. The current exhibition and educational work emphasizes how closely artistic enjoyment, knowledge, and accessibility interact here. ([kunsthalle-bielefeld.de](https://kunsthalle-bielefeld.de/besuchen/?utm_source=openai))

For the lecture: No registration required, in the auditorium of the Kunsthalle, admission to the exhibition is not included in the lecture ticket price. This makes the evening appealing to art enthusiasts, history lovers, and all those seeking a precise, well-curated access to Beuys. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1864972?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: This lecture evening promises no simple answer, but a demanding aesthetic and historical experience. Those who want to understand Joseph Beuys beyond the legend will find a clever, concentrated, and highly relevant access here. A visit to the Kunsthalle Bielefeld is worthwhile for all who wish to experience art history as a living contemporary issue. ([bielefeld.jetzt](https://www.bielefeld.jetzt/node/1864972?utm_source=openai))