Hitler entsorgen. Vom Keller ins Museum: An Exhibition on National Socialist Artifacts and Historical Memory

This touring exhibition, 'Hitler entsorgen. Vom Keller ins Museum,' confronts the difficult question of what to do with remnants of the National Socialist era. It explores societal responsibility in handling these objects and how they can contribute to strengthening democratic awareness.

The exhibition 'Hitler entsorgen. Vom Keller ins Museum' grapples with the societal dilemma of what to do with artifacts from the National Socialist period. It poses critical questions about whether these objects belong in museums, should be disposed of, or even sold. The exhibition examines how such findings evoke complex emotions ranging from shame to fascination and highlights the democratic responsibility in handling these relics. Visitors are invited to engage with these themes through interactive stations that present examples of Nazi objects and prompt reflection on appropriate actions: to destroy, preserve, or sell. The exhibition also showcases how many objects with ties to the NS era, from Hitler busts to propaganda materials, enter museum collections, illustrating the criteria for their acquisition and preservation for future generations. It investigates the motivations behind individuals' decisions regarding these objects and their role in shaping contemporary understanding of history.

Ticket information is available for museum entry. Specific details on admission prices and booking can be found on the museum's website, with options for individual tickets, annual passes, and group rates mentioned. The exhibition publication is available for purchase online or at the hdgö ticket counter.