Modern, versatile, discussed:The high-quality, German-language book portrays the creation, construction and visions of the Humboldt Forum. Richly illustrated and with texts by the experts of the four partner institutions, you will gain insights into the young but eventful history of the house.
The debates about the reconstruction, the architecture, the building history, the historical traces from 800 years, the comprehensive cultural, educational and leisure activities and many other topics play a role.
The photographs, illustrations, room plans and sketches make the work a perfect reminder of a visit to the Humboldt Forum. Also as a gift, it increases the anticipation of soon experiencing this special place for yourself.
The book is also available in English.
Hardcover with dust jacket
Publisher:Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace
Publisher:Prestel, 2020
32.5x24.5cm
248 pages with numerous historical illustrations, photographs, graphics, sketches and room plans
From swamp area to cultural hotspot:On more than 1,500 square meters, the four exhibition areas in the Humboldt Forum tell the story of the place, embedded in the history of the city of Berlin.
The compact, English-language exhibition guide provides an overview of selected key topics and shows and explains the highlight objects. In addition to a summary of 800 years of building and political history and illustrations of the historical predecessors, the book accompanying the exhibition takes the reader on a tour of the exhibition areas"History of the Site"and"Traces"as well as the sculpture collection and the castle cellar.
The entertaining reading, written by the curators of the exhibition, is an ideal companion before, during or after the visit.
The book is also available in German.
Publisher:Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace
Publisher:Prestel, 2020
22 x 12.3 cm
184 pages with numerous historical illustrations, photographs and graphics
The Humboldt Forum is both a place of history and research and a place of encounter and inclusion. This inclusively designed book tells the history of the site from the 13th century to the present day with 14 tactile images and texts in large print, Braille and plain language.
What began as a small Dominican monastery has become one of the most important squares in Berlin over the centuries. With the help of your fingertips, your eyes or your ears, you will embark on a special journey through time in eight stages.
An audio version supplements the book and can be accessed here .
The book was created in cooperation with members of the Culture and Leisure Working Group of the Berlin General Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired, founded 1874 e. V. emerged.
Publisher:Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace, 2020
26.2 x 44.2 cm
64 pages
Texts in large print, Braille and plain language
14 illustrations, 6 thermoforming foils and tactile printing
