To remember means to take responsibility

The exhibition „NEVER AGAIN! Against the Forgetting of NS Crimes“ will be on display from October 10, 2026, to May 2, 2027, at the Bundeskunsthalle Bonn. The focus is on how the memory of national socialist crimes can be preserved and passed on to future generations.

Culture of Remembrance in Bonn

The exhibition is dedicated to the culture of remembrance and the significance of eyewitness knowledge. Personal experiences and reports from people who have lived through NS crimes or experienced their consequences are an important part of societal remembrance. At the same time, the challenge arises as to how this knowledge can be passed on when fewer and fewer eyewitnesses can tell their stories themselves.

“NEVER AGAIN!” invites visitors to engage with the history of National Socialism and the forms of commemoration. The title serves both as a reminder and a mandate: The memory of the crimes should not fade but instead strengthen responsibility and democratic awareness in the future.

Visiting the Exhibition

The presentation at the Bundeskunsthalle Bonn is aimed at everyone interested in history, remembrance, and the transmission of knowledge. It provides an opportunity to reflect on the importance of eyewitness accounts for the present and to think about how to deal with historical crimes.

• Duration: October 10, 2026 to May 2, 2027
• Location: Bundeskunsthalle Bonn
• Topic: Culture of remembrance and transmission of eyewitness knowledge

Before visiting, it is advisable to check the current information from the Bundeskunsthalle regarding opening hours, admission, and ticket purchase. These details are not included in the present information. The exhibition is an important event for visitors from Bonn and the region who wish to engage deeply with the memory of NS crimes and their significance for today’s society.