Zeitfelder – Time Fields

In the Schaudepot at the Citadel, just as in the museum “Enthüllt. Berlin und seine Denkmäler” (Unveiled: Berlin and Its Monuments), these massive artifacts from eras believed to be long past stand on display. But simply storing them in a museum isn’t enough: The Citadel sees itself not only as an exhibition space, but as a living forum for critical engagement and sensory experience of remembrance culture.

The Schaudepot expands the exhibition of “toxic” objects with an experimental dimension. As an open space, it invites annually rotating curators from academia, the arts, and education to develop their individual perspectives on dealing with problematic monuments and to present them for discussion.

This year, the focus is particularly on artistic reflections on German culture of remembrance—including voices from migrant perspectives. The interventions by Simone Zaugg and Pfelder, through their deliberate packaging, create a symbolic counterpoint to “unveiling” and thereby consciously shift the focus of perception: away from purely visual apprehension toward a multisensory experience. Touch, hearing, smell, and feel come to the fore and open up new approaches to historical narratives.

This approach is complemented and expanded by sculptures by the Syrian artist Amer Al Akel. In dialogue with his works, a multi-layered space for reflection emerges, linking Central European history with current political “time fields.” In this way, new, transcultural perspectives on various pasts and our shared present unfold.

Opening:

Saturday, May 9, 2026, 2 p.m.

Speakers:

Dr. Carola Brückner, District Councilor

Simone Zaugg, artist, and Pfelder, artist

Dr. Urte Evert, Museum Director

Duration:

May 10 – September 30, 2026