When is the exhibition open on the date?

On Wednesday, 12.08.2026, the main exhibition at the RUB-Makerspace is open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Is there an entry fee?

The entry is free. The exhibition is accessible during the specified opening hours.

Where does the event take place?

RUB-Makerspace at O-Werk, Suttner-Nobel-Allee 4, 44803 Bochum. The O-Werk stop is directly at the building.

Are there parking options on site?

Yes. Numerous visitor parking spaces are available behind O-Werk. Access is via the rear entrance of the building.

How do I arrive by public transport?

From Bochum Hbf, the tram 302 goes to the O-Werk stop. Alternatively, Bus 372 runs there. From there, it's just a few steps to the entrance.

Do I need to register in advance?

No pre-registration is required for visiting the exhibition during the opening hours. Different rules may apply for special formats; information will be provided on site.

Understanding the Work of Tomorrow: Route Future Thrills with Tangible AI

Name: Route Future – WORK IN THE POT
Start: 2026-08-12T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-12T18:00:00+02:00
Location: RUB-Makerspace (O‑Werk)

Route Future – WORK IN THE POT: Interactive Exhibition on the Work of Tomorrow in Bochum

Discover how Artificial Intelligence shapes our working lives: The exhibition route Route Future – WORK IN THE POT starts at the RUB-Makerspace at O-Werk on MARK 51°7. Visitors can experience hands-on stations that illustrate how technology, ethics, and responsibility interact – comprehensible, tangible, and participatory.

Experience: Touch, try, reflect

The focus is on seven stations that bring the event experience to life: From transparent AI decisions to applications in therapy and production. The event atmosphere is open, curious, and dialogue-oriented – ideal for families, students, professionals, and anyone looking to experience the future of work.

Concept: Knowledge route through the Pot

The route connects locations in the Ruhr area where work, technology, and industrial culture can be experienced. The exhibition design focuses on clear visitor guidance, accessible target group outreach, and hands-on formats – a best practice in event management for knowledge and industrial culture.

Service: Good connections, easy planning

Right outside the door is the O-Werk stop (Tram 302, Bus 372). Numerous parking spaces are available behind the building. The main exhibition at the RUB-Makerspace is freely accessible from Monday to Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Audience Atmosphere: Curiosity meets entrepreneurial spirit

The audience atmosphere thrives on Aha moments and exchange. Short explanatory texts, on-site support, and interactive modules create an inclusive event experience that deepens knowledge and ignites enthusiasm for the future.

Conclusion

Route Future – WORK IN THE POT shows how AI can be designed with a human-centered approach. Come by, try it out for yourself, and take away impulses for daily life, studies, or your job – free, compact, and inspiring.