When does the commemoration take place?

On August 27, 2026, there are two times: at 3:00 PM on Oelmühlenstraße and at 5:00 PM on Finkenstraße.

Where is the meeting point?

First in front of the AOK building at Oelmühlenstraße 57-59, then at the Stolperstein in front of Finkenstraße 77.

How much is the entrance fee?

The commemoration is free of charge.

How long does the event last?

The two commemoration stations are each brief, from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM and from 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM.

Is the event indoors or outdoors?

The event takes place outdoors at two locations in public space.

Who organizes the commemoration?

The organizer is the initiative group Remembering & Commemorating in OWL together with the Stolperstein Initiative Bielefeld e.V.

Commemoration of Wilhelm Hühnerhoff

Name: Commemoration of Wilhelm Hühnerhoff: An upstanding citizen in the sights of the Gestapo
Start: 2026-08-27T17:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-27T19:30:00+02:00
Location: AOK-Gebäude / Stolperstein Wilhelm Hühnerhoff

A quiet moment of remembrance in Bielefeld that resonates

On August 27, 2026, Bielefeld remembers Wilhelm Hühnerhoff, whose life story exemplifies how quickly criticism of the Nazi regime turned into persecution. The commemoration takes place at two locations: first in front of the AOK building on Oelmühlenstraße, later at the Stolperstein on Finkenstraße. The short walk connects memory, city history, and a clear message against forgetting.

A historic place with a strong message

The kickoff in front of the AOK on Oelmühlenstraße 57-59 refers to the memorial plaque that remembers Hühnerhoff. Two hours later, the Stolperstein in front of Finkenstraße 77 brings the individual back into focus. This form of remembrance acts directly: those present experience how closely biography and urban space are connected.

Culture of memory in the heart of Bielefeld-Mitte

The event is intentionally kept brief and is aimed at all who are interested in local history, Nazi persecution, and today's culture of remembrance. The organizer is the initiative group Remembering & Commemorating in OWL in connection with the Stolperstein Initiative Bielefeld e.V. Thus, the commemoration is based on a clear professional and civil society foundation.

What visitors can expect

What you will see is not a classic stage format, but a quiet, dignified moment of remembrance in the public space. This very reduction makes the event so striking: few words, clear places, a strong message. Those who value historical responsibility, local tracking, and a respectful event atmosphere will find an important date in the Bielefeld event calendar.

Conclusion: This commemoration connects history, attitude, and urban space in a concentrated way. Visitors experience a short but poignant remembrance of Wilhelm Hühnerhoff and a strong symbol for a vibrant culture of remembrance. Those present in Bielefeld will experience history where it remains visible today.