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About Akademie der Künste
editThe Akademie der Künste in Berlin is a renowned international community of artists dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the arts. With its six sections – Fine Arts, Architecture, Music, Literature, Performing Arts, and Film and Media Arts – the Akademie currently unites 431 members who actively participate in shaping and further developing the artistic landscape.
Key Products and Services
editThe Akademie der Künste offers a wide range of exhibitions, events, and educational programs that engage with the diverse facets of art. Among the outstanding offerings are the Architecture Archive with over 750 architectural models, the Library of the Arts as one of the largest specialized libraries for modern art and culture, and the extensive archive, which is considered one of the most significant interdisciplinary archives for the art of the 20th century.
Mission and Values
editThe main mission of the Akademie der Künste is to defend artistic freedom and promote cultural diversity. It advocates for dialogue between the arts and society and provides a platform for the exchange of ideas and creative impulses. The Akademie actively engages against right-wing extremism and promotes the social responsibility of the arts, as demonstrated by initiatives like the "RATSCHLAG DER VIELEN," which addresses options for action against extremist tendencies.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editThe Akademie der Künste pursues sustainable goals by promoting access to art and culture for all people and using its resources responsibly. It supports innovative projects that address the future of building and the role of art archives, such as in the exhibition “draw love build / sauerbruch hutton tracing modernities.” These projects reflect the importance of sustainability in architecture and art.
Current Initiatives and Programs
editCurrent initiatives include the awarding of the Käthe-Kollwitz-Prize 2024 to the photographer Candida Höfer, whose work is part of the photographic avant-garde. Additionally, the Akademie regularly offers tours of historical sites such as the Anna-Seghers-Museum and the Brecht-Weigel-Museum, providing insights into Berlin's cultural heritage. The Akademie also publishes the "Journal der Künste," which deals with the defense of artistic autonomy and the genesis of current exhibitions.
The Akademie der Künste remains a central place for artistic innovation and cultural exchange, honoring the past while actively shaping the future of the arts.