MAIN SPACE | 04.05.2025 – 17.08.2025
From MAY 4, 2025: ROOTED AND BRANCHED
Roots anchor trees and supply them with nutrients. We humans are also deeply rooted in our social, cultural, and ecological environments.
Root systems function like underground communication networks that collect, process, and pass on information about their surroundings. Above ground, tree crowns form complex structures that bear witness to dynamic growth and networking processes. Both concepts can be understood as metaphors for human networks of relationships.
The exhibition shows artistic positions that visualize the diverse networks in our world. Inspired by plant structures, the works depict connections between social, ecological, and cultural phenomena and explore the “missing link” between humans and nature.
Artists:
Olga Grotova, Karoline Hjorth & Riitta Ikonen, Krištof Kintera, Jenny Michel, Diana Scherer, Doug & Mike Starn
Root systems function like underground communication networks that collect, process, and pass on information about their surroundings. Above ground, tree crowns form complex structures that bear witness to dynamic growth and networking processes. Both concepts can be understood as metaphors for human networks of relationships.
The exhibition shows artistic positions that visualize the diverse networks in our world. Inspired by plant structures, the works depict connections between social, ecological, and cultural phenomena and explore the “missing link” between humans and nature.
Artists:
Olga Grotova, Karoline Hjorth & Riitta Ikonen, Krištof Kintera, Jenny Michel, Diana Scherer, Doug & Mike Starn
Karoline Hjorth & Riitta Ikonen, Eyes as Big as Plates # Bob II, USA, 2013
| © Courtesy of the artists
Accompanying programe
May
Sunday
04.05.2025
12.00
|
Opening
Opening ROOTED AND BRANCHED, May 4, 2025, from 12 noon
Sunday
18.05.2025
12.00
– 13.30
|
Special Guided Tour
Traces of home
Special guided tour on International Museum Day
On the trail of cross-generational ties to our homeland: from St. Agatha to Draiflessen, we discover Mettingen's special history.
Sunday
18.05.2025
14.00
– 15.00
|
Special Guided Tour
Material World(s): The challenge of a special exhibition
Special guided tour on International Museum Day
On International Museum Day, Dr. Julia Cwojdzinski provides exciting insights into the material world of artworks - from pest prevention to paper standards. A look behind the scenes of the Draiflessen Collection!
June
Thursday
05.06.2025
19.00
|
Event
Dominik Eulberg - Biodiversity show in Draiflessen
Dominik Eulberg combines science and music to create a fascinating show about biodiversity, which he presents in Draiflessen. With soundscapes, animations and nature recordings, he arouses amazement - the first step towards knowledge and action.
Wednesday
18.06.2025
08.00
– 20.30
|
Excursion
Excursion to Detmold to the Museum of Russian-German Cultural History and the Detmold Museum Village
as part of the exhibitions ROOTED AND BRANCHED and A GARDEN OF FLOWERS
The day excursion to Detmold combines art, history and nature: from contemporary art in the Draiflessen Collection to the culture of the Russian-Germans and rural garden splendor in the Detmold Museum Village. Exciting guided tours, a Russian lunch and a variety of insights make the day a special experience.
Friday
20.06.2025
15.00
– 17.00
|
Talk
Mushrooms, nature and resonance. How we can become human again through small miracles
Lecture by Moritz Schmid
Mushrooms are masters of invisible networks and true teachers for a sustainable life in and with nature. In his lecture, mushroom expert Moritz Schmid takes you on a fascinating journey into the world of mushrooms - and shows what we can learn from them.
Sunday
22.06.2025
11.00
– 15.00
|
Workshop
Collage workshop
with Simone Scharbert
In this poetry and collage workshop, we explore the roots and ramifications of words and lyrical fragments. Together we will create linguistic and visual interweavings that can be planted and nurtured as poetic seedlings in everyday life.
July
Thursday
03.07.2025
18.00
– 20.30
|
Event
Art in the Evening: Curator's tour and book presentation
Two exhibitions - two catalogs
The catalogs for A GARDEN OF FLOWERS and ROOTED AND BRANCHED will be published on July 3 - celebrate with us! In a round table discussion, the authors, curators and the book designer will provide insights into the creation process. Afterwards, we invite you to join us for a chat, drinks and snacks.
Wednesday
16.07.2025
11.00
– 13.00
|
Holiday Activities
Designing Collages
in the exhibition ROOTED AND BRANCHED
Be inspired by the exhibition and create your own colorful collage - with scissors, glue and lots of creativity!
Wednesday
16.07.2025
11.00
– 13.00
|
Holiday Activities
Designing Collages
in the exhibition ROOTED AND BRANCHED
Be inspired by the exhibition and create your own colorful collage - with scissors, glue and lots of creativity!