Is there an admission fee

No, the main exhibition at RUB Makerspace is free and publicly accessible.

What are the opening hours on the event day

On Friday, 29.05.2026, the exhibition is open from 10:00 to 16:00 hours.

How do I reach the location via public transport

From Bochum central station, take tram line 302 to the O-Werk stop, from there it's a short walk to Suttner-Nobel-Allee 4.

Are there parking facilities on site

Yes, parking spaces are located behind the O-Werk building. If the gate is closed, take a ticket and have it stamped at the Makerspace.

Is the access barrier-free

The Makerspace is accessible via ramp and elevator. There are accessible restrooms in the building, a Euro key is required.

Do I need registration for groups

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

Experience the Future: Work with AI in the Ruhr, interactive at Bochum's O-Werk

Name: Route Future – WORK IN THE RUHR
Start: 2026-05-29T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-29T18:00:00+02:00
Location: RUB-Makerspace (O-Werk)

Route Future – WORK IN THE RUHR: Interactive exhibition on work and AI

From spring 2026, the exhibition route Route Future – WORK IN THE RUHR will stop in Bochum: In the RUB Makerspace, visitors will experience how Artificial Intelligence is changing our world of work – for trying out, participating, and reflecting. The starting location at Mark 51°7 combines research, transfer, and the public under one roof.

Pure experience: Stations making the future tangible

You will move through seven interactive stations that make the event experience tangible: From illustrative AI demos to tactile exhibits and short dialogue impulses. The ambiance in the O-Werk – the former Opel administration building – enhances the event atmosphere between industrial culture and high tech.

Curated with expertise: Human-centered AI in focus

The route is backed by the competence center HUMAINE in cooperation with the Route Industrial Culture and the Ruhr University Bochum. The event planning follows clear principles of event management: illustrative knowledge transfer, target group engagement for schools, students, companies, and interested members of the public, as well as barrier-free access in the building.

Practical info: Free, public, easily accessible

The main exhibition in the RUB Makerspace is free and open to the public. Visits in small groups are recommended; for groups of six or more, prior registration is advisable. You can arrive by tram line 302 to the O-Werk stop; parking spaces are located behind the building. Trained hosts will assist with visitor flow and organization on site.

Voices of the fans

The reactions online are clear: The Makerspace excites the community. On Instagram, a visitor writes: 'Great place to experience the future – I'll come back with the whole team!'

Conclusion

If you want to understand the future of work, you should experience this exhibition live. Clear dramaturgy, strong audience atmosphere, and an extraordinary setting make Route Future – WORK IN THE RUHR a must-see in Bochum.