Exhibition

„A guest at home“

Migration and identity are among the central topics of current socio-political discourse. They are often characterised by a lack of objectivity and polemics, with political interests taking centre stage instead of socially unifying discussions.

We are living in a post-migrant era. As a country of immigration, Germany has been shaped over the last 70 years by people who have immigrated from different cultural backgrounds. Their children have been socialised here and are a natural and participatory part of society. Nevertheless, their identity and affiliation is constantly being questioned. Although they are at home in Germany, they are judged by their migration history, experience discrimination and are perceived as „different“ both in their own country and in their parents' home country. Their identity is ascribed from the outside and their belonging is questioned from more than one side; their homeland is a liminal space.

The interdisciplinary exhibition „In der Heimat zu Gast“ shows the positions of creative artists who see Germany as their home and are a participatory part of society. They make a significant contribution to the cultural landscape and thus to democratic emancipation. They convey the realisation that migrant culture is an essential element in shaping our cultural history.

Artistic direction: Janusz Czech

Exhibition „A guest at home“
25.04.-05.07.2026
Opening hours: Fri & Sat 2pm - 7pm, Sun 11am - 7pm
Where: at A.K.T; Theaterstraße 21, 75175 Pforzheim

Future Flow

Illustration Workshop auf Textil

Wie stellen wir uns ein Heimat vor? Von welchen Städten träumen wir? Pforzheim ist eine Stadt, die sich durch ihre Fähigkeit auszeichnet, sich immer wieder neu zu erfinden. Von ihren historischen Wurzeln bis zum Wiederaufbau nach dem Krieg war die Stadtlandschaft stets eine Leinwand für Veränderungen. Doch wer entscheidet, wie es weitergeht?

Wir laden Sie ein, an einer gemeinschaftlichen Aktion teilzunehmen. Im Rahmen des visuellen Forschungsprojekts zu Ökotopien* von Hanna-Katri Eskelinen – eine von drei Stipendiatinnen von Designers in Residence 2026 – werden zwei großformatige Stoffbahnen den Brückenüberweg in einen Ort des kollektiven Diskurses verwandeln.

Wir ermutigen Sie, Ihre Perspektive durch Illustrationen, Texte oder Farben einzubringen. Seien Sie dabei und gestalten Sie mit uns eine Vision für eine gerechtere urbane Zukunft!

When: 17.05.2026, 17:00 – 20:00 Uhr

Where: Inselsteg (Brücke bei der Theaterstraße), Pforzheim

Teilnahme: Offen für alle, kostenlos

Organisatorinnen: Hanna-Katri Eskelinen und Juliane Albrecht

*eco- = aus dem Griechischen ‚oikos‘ (Heimat or Zuhause)

-topia = aus dem Griechischen ‚topos‘ (Ort)

Using AI tools creatively and legally compliantly

Discover the world of AI technology and navigate the legal landscape with confidence (online)

In this interactive online seminar, information designer Daniela Vey and Dr Carsten Ulbricht guide participants through the dynamic world of artificial intelligence. From a basic introduction to in-depth applications of various AI tools, this seminar covers creative, technical and legal aspects to provide a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.
The seminar is ideal for beginners and experienced users from creative industries who want to acquire both technical skills and legal expertise in order to use AI technologies responsibly and successfully in their projects.

Tuesday, 30 June 2026, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Speakers Daniela Vey, infodesignerin.de, Stuttgart | Dr Carsten Ulbricht, Menold Bezler, Stuttgart
Participation fee 60€ plus VAT, students 35€ plus VAT.
Number of participants max. 30 persons
Registration until 28 June 2026 at mfg.de/va/kitools-3006

IHK/HWK start-up consultation day

The advice days organised by the IHK Nordschwarzwald / Karlsruhe Chamber of Crafts are aimed at anyone interested in setting up their own business in the foreseeable future. In addition to information on creating a start-up concept and utilising public funding, participants are informed about legal and tax aspects as well as the procedure for setting up a business and receive comprehensive information material.

7 July 2026, 1:30–5:30 p.m.

participation fee 50 €

Registration at the IHK Nordschwarzwald at ihk.de/nordschwarzwald/existenzgruendung