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Discover the Historical Impact of Presse und Proletariat: Socialist Press in Red Vienna

This exhibition delves into how various publications shaped political communication and organization for the socialist movement.

The exhibition 'Presse und Proletariat' explores the profound significance of newspapers and publications within Red Vienna's socialist movement. It showcases their crucial function as tools for propaganda, organization, and political education, extending beyond simple information channels. Visitors discovered diverse socialist publications, from central party organs to specialized papers for women and workers, highlighting labor journalism's historical evolution.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition explored the significant role of newspapers and publications for the socialist movement in Red Vienna. It showcased how these media served as more than just information channels, acting as tools for propaganda, organization, and political education. The exhibition highlighted various socialist publications, from the central 'Arbeiter-Zeitung' to specialized papers for women and workers.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Presse und Proletariat' (Press and Proletariat) delves into the multifaceted importance of journalism within the socialist movement of Red Vienna. It emphasizes that for the young labor movement, their newspapers were far more than mere information or propaganda tools; they were essential for organization and political engagement. The exhibition traces the evolution of these publications, starting with early efforts from 1848 and highlighting Victor Adler's pivotal 'Arbeiter-Zeitung,' which became the true 'central organ' of Austrian Social Democracy. Beyond the main party newspaper, the exhibition also featured a diverse array of other publications, including the 'Arbeiterinnen-Zeitung' and 'Die Unzufriedene' for female readers, 'Das Kleine Blatt' for the common man, and the modern illustrated magazine 'Der Kuckuck.' Furthermore, it showcased the dedicated publications of various trade unions and affiliated organizations such as the Naturfreunde, Arbeiter-Esperantisten, and Arbeiter-Radfahrer. The exhibition guided visitors through this rich and varied newspaper landscape, underscoring its critical role in the party's development and the political enlightenment of its readership.

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All visitors received a specially designed newspaper as a free accompanying publication.

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Venue
Red Vienna in the Laundry Room
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Sep 7, 2017 – Apr 8, 2018
Artist line / attribution
Curators: Lilli Bauer and Werner T. Bauer. Graphic design by Karin Pesau-Engelhart and Klaus Mitter. Exhibition architecture by Toledo i Dertschei.
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