Jena, July 7, 2026 – The Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei Jena is currently hosting an interactive exhibition that explores the work of the poet Elke Erb, who passed away in 2024. The presentation focuses on the poem „Angekommen in Ahrenshoop“.
- What: Exhibition on Elke Erb’s poem „Angekommen in Ahrenshoop“
- When: July 7 to July 31, 2026 (Opening hours: Tue–Fri 10:00 AM–7:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM)
- Where: Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei Jena (Engelplatz 2, 07743 Jena) and in Schillers Garten
- Admission: Free
- Contact: Tel. +49 (0) 3641 498160 | E-mail: eab@jena.de
- Website: www.stadtbibliothek-jena.de
Opening and Concept
The exhibition was launched on May 12, 2026, with a ceremonial opening at 7:30 PM in the rooms of the Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei at Engelplatz. The literary project approaches the poetry of Elke Erb (1938–2024) in a unique, dialogical way. At its center is her work „Angekommen in Ahrenshoop“, which visitors can explore visually, linguistically, and intellectually.
Curators Catalina Giraldo Vélez, Katherin Gutierrez, Lisa Memmeler, and Helmut Hühn have created a structure in which the poem itself is set in motion. It encounters other languages, changes its form, loses its foundation, and finds new contexts. The goal is to engage readers in a conversation with themselves and in an active exchange with one another.
Artistic Engagement in Public Space
The exhibition extends beyond the modern interior of the library to include Schillers Garten. This duality creates an engaging contrast between the enclosed, focused space of the library and the open outdoors. The poems of Elke Erb, known throughout her life for precisely and attentively examining the everyday, thus find a fitting resonance space.
Similar to the popular exhibition „lucide“ in the Frommannscher Garten, the urban space of Jena is being utilized for literary and artistic purposes. For those interested in culture in Jena, the exhibition offers an excellent opportunity until the end of the month to engage intensively with modern poetry.
Culture & City Life: The Legacy of Elke Erb
Elke Erb was one of the most significant voices in contemporary German poetry. Her work was honored with the prestigious Georg-Büchner-Preis, among others. The engagement with her texts in Jena demonstrates how the city’s literary tradition is kept alive. The cooperation between university initiatives and municipal cultural institutions makes sophisticated poetry accessible to a broad audience free of charge.
Poetry Collections by Elke Erb
Discover the expressive works of Georg-Büchner-Prize winner Elke Erb and immerse yourself deeper in her poetry.
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Exhibition on Elke Erb’s poem “Angekommen in Ahrenshoop”
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