Three museums in Isny Castle: Return after six -year conversion!

Three museums in Isny Castle: Return after six -year conversion!

After years of renovation and constant striving for cultural heritage, the Isny Castle has been shining in new splendor since this week. On Friday, August 23, the castle, which is an important cultural center in the Allgäu, opened its doors for visitors.

After a six -year renovation, the costs of which amounted to around 1.7 million euros, the castle now houses three museums: the Kunsthalle Friedrich Hechelmann, the city museum and the municipal gallery. This opening was recognized with a festive celebration on Thursday evening and marked a significant moment for the city of Isny in the Ravensburg district.

The offer of museums in the Isny Palace

Visitors can now immerse themselves in the city museum, which presents the city history of Isny in an exciting way. A new, interactive permanent exhibition brings the historical events to life, accompanied by an area for interchangeable exhibitions that offers space for fresh perspectives and temporary highlights.

The municipal gallery can look forward to the impressive works of Gary Schlingheider. Here the guests will find sculptures, installations and pictures that are formed from materials such as steel, aluminum, varnish and acrylic. These works of art invite you to discuss and discover and show the variety of modern art.

In the Kunsthalle, the work of Friedrich Hechelmann is recognized, an important painter whose works range from book illustrations to large -format murals and sculptures. A special attraction is his latest creations, the so -called white pictures made of tissue paper in 3D, as well as the first presentation of his fantastic illustrations on Michael Ende's work "Ophelias Schattentheater".

The history of the castle

The history of the Isny Castle goes back a long way and tells of a changeable past. It was founded in 1096 as a Benedictine monastery by the Counts of Altshausen-Vehringen. Despite some flowering times, the monastery was haunted by large fires several times, so that the architectural splendor had to be rebuilt again and again.

Significant epochs shape the history of the castle. After the secularization under Napoleon, the site passed to various gentlemen until the city of Stuttgart bought the castle for the Hitler Youth in 1942. Until 1993 the building served as a care facility. All of this makes the reopening of the museums a significant step with regard to the preservation of this cultural heritage.

A special turning point in the history of the castle was in 1997. A committed group of citizens and institutions bought the dilapidated area for 2.7 million euros from the city of Stuttgart. Among these citizens was the Isny painter Friedrich Hechelmann, who still actively participates in the renovation and design of the castle. His efforts flow into a non -profit foundation to preserve the cultural heritage.

The newly designed museums in Isny Castle are a wonderful addition to the cultural landscape of the region. They invite visitors not only to enjoy art, but also to experience the rich history of Isnys up close.

Opening times of the museums in Isny

From Friday, August 23, the museums are open on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays, Sundays and on public holidays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

It is more than just opening a lock; It is a returning of valuable cultural resources that can inspire and appear. A place where the fascination for art and the history of Isny flows together in a unique way and can thus create new perspectives for future generations.

Current cultural importance of the Isny

The Isny Castle plays a central role in the cultural life of the Allgäu region by serving as a place for art and cultural events. The reopening of the three museums is not only a refreshing of the local historical institutions, but also a step towards promoting contemporary art. With the Kunsthalle Friedrich Hechelmann, the work of a regional artist presents, the connection between traditional and modern art is strengthened. This is grace for the castle that the castle will continue to be an attraction for art lovers and tourists.

The integration of interactive exhibitions in the city museum ensures that visitors are not only passive viewers, but can actively immerse themselves in the history of the city. This concept is particularly popular among younger visitors who are increasingly interested in immersive and educational experiences.

A look at the number of visitors and the interest in museums

The museums in Germany are traditionally popular contact points for education and culture. According to the German Museum Association, around 113 million people visited museums in Germany in 2019, which reflects a great appreciation for the cultural institutions. The increasing popularity of interactive exhibitions accessible to all age groups is also reflected in these figures. In the current post-pandemic period, the desire to experience cultural offers should be particularly pronounced among people, since many have had to do without such experiences in recent years.

The role of citizens' initiatives in cultural care

The history of the Isny Castle impressively shows how important committed citizen initiatives are for the preservation of cultural monuments. The purchase and later renovation of the castle by a group of citizens are evidence of the interest and responsibility that the local population bears for their cultural heritage. Such initiatives can be observed in many German cities. They not only contribute to the preservation of buildings, but also promote the identification of citizens with their place of residence and strengthen the community.

a multifunctional use of the castle

The multifunctional use of the Isny Castle is increasingly becoming a model for other cultural sites. In addition to the museums, those responsible plan to create space for workshops, lectures and cultural events. This could transform the castle into a living center for art and culture and attract additional visitors. Such approaches are successful in many cities, where historical buildings not only act as museums, but also as venues.