Drugstore, Youth center in Tempelhof-Schöneberg, Germany.
The Drugstore is a youth center in southern Berlin that provides meeting spaces and event venues for young people. Located on Potsdamer Strasse, it functions as a versatile venue for various types of cultural and social activities.
The center opened in September 1972 as the first self-managed youth facility in Berlin under the non-profit organization SSB e.V. Its founding was part of a broader movement of young people seeking their own spaces for self-determination.
The space hosts concerts, exhibitions, and film screenings that are free to attend for young visitors. The programming reflects a philosophy of making culture accessible to everyone without cost barriers.
The center is easily accessible by public transportation and maintains clear guidelines for respectful behavior among visitors. Be aware that discrimination, drugs, and alcohol are not permitted during events to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
In February 1973, residents occupied the building for two weeks to demand autonomous living spaces for young people. This occupation ultimately led to the creation of the Tommy-Weisbecker-Haus, a housing project that grew out of this direct action.
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