In the Kunsthaus Rhenania, a listed former grain warehouse in Cologne's Rheinauhafen, you will find the Kunsthafen – a space that showcases the complexity of contemporary art and culture. Since its founding in 2020, the Kunsthafen has experimented with progressive and interdisciplinary approaches. Here, music, theater, literature, and visual arts come together, creating innovative connections between these disciplines. The aim is not mere presentation but fostering encounters with the diversity of artistic creation.
Artistic Freedom and Social Responsibility
Upholding a cutting-edge standard, the Kunsthafen advocates for progressive thinking and high artistic quality. Especially significant is the creation of spaces for young as well as socially marginalized artists, including FLINTA*, LGBTIQ*, and POC. The Kunsthafen offers them a safer space where creativity can flow freely, uninhibited by commercial constraints. This approach not only promotes art but also conveys an ethical stance on inclusion and social responsibility – a space that transcends cultural production.
The Bayenwerft-Halle, the heart of the Kunsthafen, is a vibrant testament to the transformative potential of urban architecture. Where grain was once stored, art now emerges, crossing boundaries and inviting reflection.