When is the exhibition open?

On Monday, June 22, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at RUB Makerspace (O‑Werk).

Does admission cost anything?

Admission is free. Individual visits for up to 5 people are possible without registration.

How do I reach the venue by public transport?

From Bochum Central Station, take tram 302 to O‑Werk stop; alternatively, to Mark 51°7 stop and a 10-minute walk.

Are there parking facilities on site?

Behind the O‑Werk is a large visitor parking lot with over 250 free parking spaces and E-charging stations available.

Is the exhibition barrier-free accessible?

Access points, elevators, and navigation will be complemented with barrier-free information by RUB. The team on-site is available to assist if needed.

Does a group need to register?

Yes, for 6 or more people, prior registration is requested to plan time slots and support.

Route Future – Work in the Pott - RUB Makerspace Bochum 2026

Name: Route Future – WORK IN THE POTT
Start: 2026-06-22T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-22T18:00:00+02:00
Location: RUB‑Makerspace (O‑Werk)

Route Future – WORK IN THE POTT: Experience AI, Work, and People in the Bochum O‑Werk

On Monday, June 22, 2026, the main exhibition of Route Future – WORK IN THE POTT opens its doors at the RUB Makerspace (O‑Werk). Free of charge and open to all, the interactive exhibition invites visitors to explore the future of the world of work with Artificial Intelligence up close – human-centered, comprehensible, and participatory.

Dive in Interactively: From Algorithms to Everyday Jobs

The stations make the event atmosphere tangible: visitors test applications, experience live demos, and understand how AI is changing professions. The event experience combines technology, ethics, and responsibility – with a clear target audience focus for families, students, professionals, and the curious.

Curated with Expertise: Research, Practice, Ruhr Area

Conceived by the HUMAINE competence center in cooperation with the Route Industrial Culture, the exhibition presents best practices from industry and healthcare. Organization and event planning follow high standards: clear navigation, compact infographics, dialog-oriented communication.

Audience Atmosphere: Try Out Instead of Just Watching

Hands-on modules, understandable explanations, and scenes from real work processes create a lively audience atmosphere. The target audience approach focuses on low-threshold access – ideal for first-time visitors and specialized audiences.

On-Site Services: Easily Accessible, Well Organized

The RUB Makerspace in the O‑Werk is located at the Innovation Campus MARK 51°7. Access by public transport to the O‑Werk stop, free parking available behind the building. Individual slots are possible without registration; groups should register in advance. Barrier-free information and access details are provided by RUB.

Voices from Fans

The reactions online are clear: Route Future excites visitors. On Instagram, one visitor raves: 'I can hardly wait to try out the AI stations myself!' On LinkedIn, you can read: 'Exemplary organization and strong classification of the opportunities and limits of AI.'

Conclusion: Those who want to understand the future of work will experience a compact, well-curated update here – practical, interactive, human-centered. Come, marvel, engage.