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ZKM | Zentrum für Kunst und Medien: A Cultural Institution of the Future

The ZKM | Zentrum für Kunst und Medien in Karlsruhe is a globally unique cultural institution that addresses the interweaving of art, technology, and society in a special way. Since its founding in the 1980s, the ZKM has been characterized by its concept of the interdisciplinary connection of production, research, exhibitions, and events.

Key Products and Services

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Museums and Institutes: The ZKM includes the Museum für Neue Kunst, the Medienmuseum, the Institut für Bildmedien, the Institut für Musik und Akustik, and the Institut für Medien, Bildung und Wirtschaft[1][3].
Media Library and Research Facilities: It offers an extensive media library and creates space for research and creative production[5].
Events: Around 100 events are held annually, including performances, concerts, and international events[5].

Main Mission and Values

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The main mission of the ZKM is to anchor art and technology in today's society. It is committed to innovation, cultural memory, and social responsibility[3][5]. Alistair Hudson, the current chairman, promotes the concept of the "useful museum," which sees art and cultural institutions as places for social change[3].

Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

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One of the most important initiatives is the conservation and restoration of media art. This work is necessary to cope with the fragility of digital and technical artworks. With its collection of around 12,000 works, the ZKM preserves a cultural heritage for future generations[2][4].

The exhibition "The Story That Never Ends" highlights these challenges and makes the history of media art visible by focusing on the restoration and preservation of artworks[2][4].

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