Persecution, Exclusion, and the History of Remembrance

Memory of Persecuted and Excluded

The exhibition “The Denied. Victims of National Socialism 1933–1945 – Today” focuses on people who were persecuted and excluded during the Nazi regime. It centers on their experiences and the question of how their fate was handled after 1945.

The presentation at the Cottbus/Chóśebuz City Museum connects the historical perspective of the years 1933 to 1945 with a look at the time thereafter. It makes visible that persecution, exclusion, and social marginalization did not automatically disappear from public consciousness with the end of National Socialism.

Between Persecution and Later Memory

Visitors can engage with the life stories and experiences of people who were persecuted under the Nazi regime. At the same time, the exhibition addresses how their stories were remembered, silenced, or possibly only recognized later. The title refers to the tension between historical injustice and the society's treatment of the victims.

The exhibition invites reflections on forms of remembrance and the consequences of exclusion. It is aimed at all those interested in the history of National Socialism, remembrance culture, and the perspectives of those affected.

Visit to the Cottbus/Chóśebuz City Museum

The exhibition will remain open during the requested period and can be seen at the Cottbus/Chóśebuz City Museum. Specific details regarding opening hours, entry fees, accessibility, and parking options are not included in the provided information. For reliable planning, it is advisable to check the organizer's details via the provided link.

As the exhibition is presented in a museum, the visit takes place indoors. Engaging with the topic can be emotional and demanding. It also provides space for a conscious engagement with the fates of the persecuted and with the responsibility of remembrance in the present.