When is the exhibition open?

On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 10 AM to 4 PM; the main exhibition in RUB Makerspace is freely accessible.

Does the visit cost anything?

Entry is free; there are no ticket costs.

Is registration required?

No registration is needed for up to five people; for six or more, prior registration is recommended.

Where does the event take place?

RUB Makerspace at O-Werk, Suttner-Nobel-Allee 4, 44803 Bochum.

How do I best get there?

By public transport with tram line 302 to the O-Werk stop; by car, there are many free parking spaces available at O-Werk.

Are there accessibility notes?

Information to follow; for individual questions, direct contact with RUB Makerspace is recommended.

AI You Can Touch: Route Future Makes Work in the Region Live Experienceable in Bochum

Name: Route Future – WORK IN THE REGION
Start: 2026-06-09T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-09T18:00:00+02:00
Location: RUB‑Makerspace (O‑Werk)

Route Future – WORK IN THE REGION: Experience AI, Rethink Work

The exhibition route shows in Bochum how artificial intelligence is changing our working world – accessible, interactive, and free of charge. In the RUB Makerspace at O-Werk, visitors immerse themselves in an event experience that makes innovation spirit, regional identity, and audience mood tangible.

Interactive Stations: AI You Can Touch

You test tools, reflect on opportunities and risks, and sense the event atmosphere of a hands-on exhibition. Seven stations lead through concrete work scenes, connect humans and machines, and make creative spaces visible – from ethics to efficiency.

Inspired by the Region: Work in the Region of Tomorrow

The route connects places in the Ruhr area where technology, industrial history, and future ideas come together. The curatorial concept targets student groups, students, professionals, and the curious – with clear organization and professional event management.

Background and Competence

Organized by the HUMAINE competence center in collaboration with Ruhr University Bochum, an exhibition route is created that combines research, transfer, and practice. Funded projects, dialogue formats, and guided tours ensure authority and trustworthiness.

Practical Information: Opening Hours and Registration

The main exhibition in the RUB Makerspace is free and publicly accessible. Small groups of up to five people can enter without registration; for six or more, prior registration is requested. This keeps visitor guidance smooth – for a successful event experience.

Voices of the Fans

The reactions online are clear: the exhibition excites visitors.

Instagram: 'Finally understandable AI and a chance to try it out – impressive format!'
Instagram: 'Perfect mix of technology, ethics, and Ruhr area vibes.'

Conclusion

If you want to understand the future of work in the Ruhr area, experience it live here: interactive, comprehensible, and close. Take the opportunity to experience Route Future – WORK IN THE REGION at the RUB Makerspace and take inspiration for your career, studies, and everyday life.