When does Manifesta 16 Ruhr take place at St. Anna Church Bochum?

On September 23, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How much is the admission?

Admission is free and no ticket is required.

Is the exhibition accessible?

Access is wheelchair-friendly via a ramp. There is no accessible toilet on site.

What are the opening hours on that day?

For Wednesday, the opening hours are from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Where is St. Anna Church located?

At Goldhammer Str. 14 A in 44793 Bochum, in the Goldhamme district.

Can I use the exhibition for an educational visit?

Yes, Manifesta 16 Ruhr offers a comprehensive education and mediation program with offerings for different target groups.

A church becomes an art stage: Manifesta 16 Ruhr in Bochum

Name: Manifesta 16 Ruhr at St. Anna Church Bochum
Start: 2026-09-23T13:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-23T20:00:00+02:00
Location: St. Anna-Kirche

When art rethinks a church: Manifesta 16 Ruhr in Bochum

The Manifesta 16 Ruhr will take place on September 23, 2026, at St. Anna Church Bochum, transforming a historic church space into a site for contemporary art, architectural reflection, and cultural interaction. The biennial will run from June 21 to October 4, 2026, in four cities of the Ruhr area, opening vacant post-war churches for artistic and social projects. ([manifesta16.org](https://manifesta16.org/about?utm_source=openai))

An artistic experience between space, light, and memory

St. Anna in Goldhamme is one of the prominent venues for Manifesta 16 Ruhr. The building, constructed in 1929 by Wilhelm Peter, represents the simple expressionist style of its time; its architecture connects industrial urban history, sacred aura, and contemporary art into a dense exhibition atmosphere. In Bochum, artists such as Pedro Cabrita Reis, Kateryna Lysovenko, Pınar Öğrenci, Mykola Ridnyi, Wilhelm Sasnal, and Marion Stokes are working at this location. ([staging.manifesta16.org](https://staging.manifesta16.org/de/venues/st-anna-bochem))

Curatorial idea with social depth

Manifesta sees itself as a European nomadic biennial that connects local contexts with international artistic practices. In Bochum, the exhibition focuses on the question of how former churches can be reinterpreted as spaces for community, exchange, and cultural education. This curatorial approach gains particular sharpness in Goldhamme, a district closely connected to the steel industry and labor history. ([manifesta16.org](https://manifesta16.org/about?utm_source=openai))

Education, mediation, and accessibility

The Manifesta 16 Ruhr operates with a comprehensive education and mediation program. Admission is free and does not require a ticket; the regular visiting hours are Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. St. Anna has step-free access via a ramp, but there is no accessible toilet on site. ([manifesta16.org](https://www.manifesta16.org/about-manifesta?utm_source=openai))

Why a visit is worthwhile

Anyone who wants to experience art in dialogue with space, history, and urban society will find an exhibition of exceptional intensity here. The Manifesta 16 Ruhr transforms a church space into a vibrant stage for the contemplation of works, aesthetic experiences, and cultural education. A visit to St. Anna Church is worthwhile for those who wish to not only see contemporary art but also understand it as a social and architectural experience. ([manifesta16.org](https://manifesta16.org/about?utm_source=openai))