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Jena, May 20, 2026. The Kunstsammlung Jena invites visitors to a special scenic reading this coming Friday as part of the current exhibition by action artist Jonathan Meese.
As part of the current exhibition “driften,” the Jenaer Kunstverein highlights the multifaceted work of artist Stefan Lenke, showcasing a unique blend of painting, drawing, and photography.
On May 28, the Frommanscher SkulpturenGarten of the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena will open the new art exhibition “lucide,” featuring six permeable steel sculptures by sculptor Cornelia Weihe that enter into a direct dialogue with their natural surroundings.
Jena artist Eva Schimek processes a profound personal setback through art. A new exhibition featuring 41 of her works is currently open to visitors at the Ernst-Abbe-Bücherei.
The renowned and controversial artist Jonathan Meese brings his radical vision to Jena. The new exhibition at the Kunstsammlung Jena features around 300 works exploring myths and the world of Richard Wagner.