Changing contemporary art formats and an experimental cultural program are launched on two floors of the bunker. Here, disciplines, positions and cultural actors are linked with each other in innovative ways. A lively, open exchange can arise, which emotionalizes, opens spaces and releases thoughts.
Artistic positions, questions and answers form a dialogue with the architecture and history of the site, which is special in every respect.
Opening hours
Wed: 6:00pm–9:00pm
Thu–Sun: 12pm–8:00pm
Mon & Tue: closed
Admission: EUR 4.00
Reduced (pupils, trainees, students, seniors): EUR 3.00
Severely disabled people including accompanying person: free
Children and young people up to 18 years: free
Address:
Bilker Bunker
Aachener Straße 39
40223 Düsseldorf
Location on GoogleMaps
As »air-raid shelter No. 25« the »Bilker Hochbunker« was built in 1942 at the corner of Aachener Strasse and Karolingerstrasse. Responsible for the planning was the architect Carl Krieger (1875-1957). With the conversion into an art and cultural space by Bilker Bunker gGmbH and in the context of the opening year, the history of the building can be experienced in a special way: digitally and emotionally.
Reports by contemporary witnesses, historical documents and video installations invite visitors to follow the eventful history and learn more about what being in the bunker actually meant and what the situation was like for those seeking protection. During this process, values such as freedom, democracy, pluralism and tolerance are to be consolidated in the consciousness of the visitors.
The »Bilker Bunker« opens its doors: With the OPEN DOORS DAY we celebrate the official opening! A former restricted zone becomes contact zone. The OPEN DOORS DAY gives insight into the innovative usage concept and our first exhibition.
12:00pm–6:00pm
FREE ENTRY
An overview of all past press releases including the corresponding downloads can be found on the overview page:
Together with our friends and supporters, we have made it our goal to establish the »Bilker Bunker« as a relevant place and enrichment of the art and culture scene. Special thanks go to:
Anyone who would like to support the »Bilker Bunker« is welcome to contact:
Christina von Plate
info@bilkerbunker.de
The »Bilker Bunker« stands for high quality and innovative cultural formats. It is a model for progressive urban development, retells history and promotes social cohesion.
Whether through donations, sponsorship in the »Freundeskreis« or as a network partner: support the »Bilker Bunker« and be part of the change! Contribute to the realization of high-quality, innovative art formats, to the reinterpretation of cultural work and enable an open access to art for all.
