Kulturbunker Hannover, Cultural center in Nord, Hannover, Germany
Kulturbunker Hannover is a concrete structure with enlarged windows and multiple balconies, featuring artistic installations throughout its interior. Its spaces now serve as studios, rehearsal rooms, and performance venues for various art forms.
This building was constructed during World War II as one of many air raid shelters built in Hannover to protect citizens from bombing. After the war it lay dormant for decades until artists began reviving it in the 1980s.
The space was forgotten as a wartime shelter until artists reclaimed and revived it with their work. Today it brings together musicians, painters, and other creators who share studios and present their work to visitors.
The building is located in the Hainholz district and is easily accessible by public transport. Visitors should check ahead for current events and opening times, as these vary depending on the program.
Sculptor Max Dans played a key role in breaking through this shelter with new openings and transforming it for artistic use. His redesign turned a fortress-like structure into a space where creativity could flourish.
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