When does the exhibition start?

The exhibition starts on April 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Diesel Power Plant Cottbus.

How long will the exhibition be on view?

According to the program, the exhibition runs until June 14, 2026.

Where does the event take place?

At the Diesel Power Plant of the Brandenburg State Museum for Modern Art in Cottbus, Uferstraße/Am Amtsteich 15.

How much is the admission fee?

The regular admission fee for an exhibition is 4 euros.

Is the event venue accessible?

Yes. The exhibition spaces and the event hall are accessible via elevators.

On which days is the museum open?

In Cottbus, the Diesel Power Plant is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Masculinity is rediscovered as art and a reflection of the times at the Diesel Power Plant Cottbus

Name: Made Men. Bodies, Gestures, Habitus of Masculine Imagery
Start: 2026-04-25T13:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-14T21:00:00+02:00
Location: Dieselkraftwerk

A look at masculinity, visual language, and body images at BLMK Cottbus

With Made Men. Bodies, Gestures, Habitus of Masculine Imagery, the Brandenburg State Museum for Modern Art opens an exhibition at the Diesel Power Plant Cottbus that precisely places historical role models and their visual staging at its center. Selected works from the BLMK collections of painting, drawing, graphics, and poster art will be exhibited. The launch on April 25, 2026, combines art history, societal debate, and an intense event experience at one of the most distinctive cultural venues in the city.

A topic that goes beneath the surface

The exhibition shows how masculinity has asserted, formed, and shifted since the Weimar era. It directs attention not only to body and gesture but also to habitus as a visible form of societal roles. Those interested in art, culture, and the history of imagery will experience a cleverly curated exhibition with a strong target group appeal for art-affine visitors.

The Diesel Power Plant as a strong exhibition site

The Diesel Power Plant Cottbus provides exactly the right framework for this pre-report: industrial monument, modern museum, clear wayfinding, and an atmosphere that fosters concentration. The exhibition spaces are accessible via elevators, and the opening hours for Cottbus are Tuesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thus, the venue combines good event management with a quiet, attentive visitor experience.

Why a visit is worthwhile

The exhibition promises no easy surface, but a dense engagement with the visual codes of masculinity. It is precisely the interplay of collection art, art-historical categorization, and societal reading that makes it appealing. Visitors can expect a concise exhibition experience that invites further thought and sharpens their own perception.

Conclusion: Made Men. Bodies, Gestures, Habitus of Masculine Imagery offers a wise look at role models, art, and cultural history in Cottbus. Those seeking exhibition, context, and atmosphere alike should mark this date on their calendar and experience the exhibition live.