Maintain memory: exhibition via stumbling blocks in Schöneweide

In the Schönweide industrial salon, visitors can experience the impressive exhibition "Stumbling blocks in Schöneweide" until September 29, 2024. This exhibition is the result of the intensive work of the Stumbling Stone Group of the Kiezklub Kes, a committed initiative of citizens who are committed to keeping the sacrifices of the Jewish victims of National Socialism awake in the region.

The stumbling blocks - small, brass -shimmering commemorative plaques, which are laid in front of the former places of residence of the Jewish citizens - are at the center of memory work. Each of these stones bears the personal data of a victim, including the name, date of birth, date of deportation and date of death, which makes the history of each individual tangible and sad.

personal stories of the victims

The exhibition offers a deep insight into the life stories of these people, who were once part of the Schöneweid community. Through biographical portraits, historical photos and documents, visitors can understand the tragedies and the persecution that have taken place in their immediate surroundings. The stories are not just historical data; They are lively memories that remind us of the abysses of the past and inhumanity of the Nazi regime.

Every victim is assigned to a face and a story, which is of the greatest importance in today's world. It is about not only naming numbers, but creating a worthy souvenir to the people behind these numbers. The exhibition has the potential to promote empathy and to express the horrors of the past to a wider audience.

For many visitors, dealing with these topics becomes personally and emotionally, since the stories are often very close and understandable. The stumbling block group also supports the idea that the commemoration is an active process that is supposed to stimulate society to think.

The venue and its importance

The Schöneweide industrial salon is not just a cultural center that documents the industrial history of the district; It also offers a space in which the past of the region is kept alive. In addition to the current exhibition, there are regular events, tours and exhibitions that deal with the history and culture of the Treptow-Köpenick district.

The Kes neighborhood club, which is behind the Stumperstein Initiative, is an important point of contact for the residents of the district. He is not only committed to cultural, but also for social activities and helps to support volunteer projects in the community. This is particularly important to maintain and promote the memory of the victims of National Socialism today.

With its clear focus on the individual fate of the persecuted, the exhibition helps to raise historical awareness and to integrate the importance of culture of memory into the current social awareness. For interested visitors, the exhibition is a valuable opportunity to deal with serious topics and the legacy of violence and persecution.