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Zentrum für Kulturtechnik
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Zentrum für Kulturtechnik

The Zentrum für Kulturtechnik is a Zentralinstitut of Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. It is active in three main areas within the broader context of cultural techniques: Knowledge & Society, Exhibitions and Collections.

Cultural heritage – Engaging with society – The university of tomorrow

The Zentrum für Kulturtechnik’s forward-looking contributions are particularly evident at the intersections of its areas of work – ‘Exhibitions’, ‘Collections’ and the area of expertise ‘Knowledge & Society’. In research, teaching and practice, the focus is always on building bridges between cultural heritage, engagement with society and an understanding of the Humboldt-Universität’s sustainability in the spirit of ‘Open Humboldt’. In this way, the Zentrum für Kulturtechnik is developing into a dynamic strategic focal point for the whole of Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and the Berlin research landscape. 

Knowledge & Society

The Zentrum für Kulturtechnik is the HU’s central hub for transdisciplinary and participatory research, teaching and practice. 

Drei Personen in Interaktion mit einem grünen, roboterartigen Objekt, während andere zuschauen.
Photo: Philipp Plum

Knowledge & Society

The Zentrum für Kulturtechnik is the HU’s central hub for transdisciplinary and participatory research, teaching and practice. 

Overview: Knowledge & Society

Exhibitions

The Zentrum für Kulturtechnik is home to the HU’s main exhibition and outreach spaces (‘stages’). 

Ein Auditorium mit Zuschauern, die einer Präsentation in einem runden Saal mit Fresken und blauem Licht folgen.
Photo: Stefan Klenke

Exhibitions

The Zentrum für Kulturtechnik is home to the HU’s main exhibition and outreach spaces (‘stages’). 

Overview: Exhibitions

Collections

The Zentrum für Kulturtechnik is a hub and a driving force behind the development of university collections across Europe.

Ein Schaukasten mit eingelegten Schmetterlingen vor einer Wand mit nummerierten Büchern.
Photo: Matthias Heyde

Collections

The Zentrum für Kulturtechnik is a hub and a driving force behind the development of university collections across Europe.

Overview: Collections

Research & Teaching

The Zentrum für Kulturtechnik combines research and teaching through a wide range of projects and a broad range of courses, thereby creating opportunities for new perspectives and innovative questions within the wider context of cultural techniques.

Vier Personen arbeiten konzentriert an einem Tisch in einem hellen Raum. Sie analysieren Dokumente und Notizen, was auf ein professionelles Brainstorming oder eine Projektbesprechung hindeutet.
Photo: Philipp Plum

Research & Teaching

The Zentrum für Kulturtechnik combines research and teaching through a wide range of projects and a broad range of courses, thereby creating opportunities for new perspectives and innovative questions within the wider context of cultural techniques.

Overview: Research & Teaching

Latest news from the Zentrum für Kulturtechnik

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The 'Open Humboldt Freiräume' project, led by Prof. Dr. Manja Stephan of Humboldt University, brings together members of the Afghan diaspora, students, researchers, and artists to engage in poetic dialog and diaspora research.
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Dr Jeanette Ehrmann’s "Open Humboldt Freiräume" project is developing new approaches to multidirectional memory through participatory research and mutual learning.
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The “Open Humboldt Freiräume” funding programme supports researchers who develop projects in collaboration with society. Applications for the 2027/28 programme can be submitted until 23 October 2026.
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Open Humboldt

Prof. Dr. Steffen Greve's "Open Humboldt Freiräume" project at Humboldt-Universität works with Special Olympics Germany to strengthen inclusive coaching and translate research into lasting educational practice.
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Zentralinstitut Hermann von Helmholtz-Zentrum für Kulturtechnik

Registered office

Zentralinstitut Hermann von Helmholtz-Zentrum für Kulturtechnik
Philippstraße 12
10115 Berlin

Contact

Phone: +49 30 2093-12880