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Donations in the six-figure range have already been received for the urgent renovation work on the vault of the historic Stadtkirche St. Michael in Jena. Over 100,000 Euros have been collected so far, but further support is needed as total costs remain uncertain.
Jena, May 18, 2026. With music, community, and a spirit of giving, the Jena parish is supporting the upcoming renovation of the Stadtkirche St. Michael. For the “Blues im Mai” benefit festival on Whit Monday, the historic Kirchplatz will be transformed into a musical stage for a good cause.
The International Organ Summer begins on May 20, 2026, with the traditional Jenaer Orgelnacht, featuring a musical journey through three city center churches.
Jena, 29.04.2026. At the conclusion of its annual national congress last weekend in Jena, the peace organization IPPNW (International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War) organized a musical peace event.
Extensive renovation work on the Stadtkirche St. Michael in Jena has been temporarily halted for financial reasons. To provide access to the historic site, the vestibule will open to the public starting April 2nd.
Jena, March 5, 2026. The Stadtkirche St. Michael remains closed following a ceiling collapse last year. The congregation is now asking the public for support for the upcoming renovation.
Significant progress is being made on the renovation of Jena’s Stadtkirche St. Michael. After debris was cleared from the vaulting to reveal historical structures, a crane will be deployed at Kirchplatz this Tuesday to remove materials. Archaeologists are also on-site searching for historical artifacts in the rubble, while the community has already contributed over 65,000 Euros to support this vital preservation effort.