Lecture: The Sound of Steel in Bochum Brings Industrial Culture to the City Archive
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History of Steel to Listen and Experience: The Lecture at the Bochum City Archive
On Wednesday, November 25, 2026, the City Archive – Bochum Center for City History invites you to a lecture that uniquely combines industrial history, culture of remembrance, and audience atmosphere. Under the title The Sound of Steel: The Bochum Club and Its Product World, Felix Hartelt from the Historical Archive Krupp will speak at 7:00 PM at the City Archive located at Wittener Straße 47. Admission is free. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/vortrag-der-klang-des-stahls-1.html))
Industrial History with Atmosphere
Anyone wanting to understand Bochum cannot ignore the history of the steel and casting industry. The lecture starts exactly there: with a product world that has shaped the city and continues to have a visible impact today. In the historical ambiance of the City Archive, an event experience unfolds that combines expertise and emotion. The event is part of the demanding lecture program of the house, which regularly focuses on city history and industrial culture. ([bochum.de](https://www.bochum.de/Stadtarchiv/Veranstaltungen-des-Stadtarchivs?utm_source=openai))
A Place for Knowledge, Remembrance, and Encounter
The Bochum City Archive sees itself as the memory of the city and offers space for exhibitions, lectures, and research. For visitors, this is an ideal setting: easily accessible, barrier-free, and with clear organization for events. According to the City of Bochum, access is barrier-free, an elevator is available, and all event and exhibition areas are accessible for individuals with mobility impairments. ([bochum.de](https://www.bochum.de/stadtarchiv?utm_source=openai))
Arrival, Service, and Framework
The address is Wittener Straße 47 in Bochum. Admission to the events is usually free; for this lecture, a free admission is explicitly stated. This makes the evening particularly suitable for anyone looking for a free cultural and historical offering. The City Archive also refers to reservations and appointments under the phone number 0234 910-9510. ([bochum.de](https://www.bochum.de/Kontakt-und-Anfahrt-Stadtarchiv?utm_source=openai))
Why the Visit is Worthwhile
The evening promises not a dry presentation of numbers but a lively event experience with a clear target audience address for all who appreciate Bochum's industrial history, archival work, and cultural mediation. The focus is on the Bochum Club, its product world, and the question of how steel history continues to shape interpretations of city, work, and identity today. This connection of expertise, place, and theme makes the event a strong recommendation in Bochum's event calendar. ([bochum.de](https://www.bochum.de/Stadtarchiv/Veranstaltungen-des-Stadtarchivs?utm_source=openai))
Conclusion: This lecture brings Bochum's steel history to the stage of the City Archive – vivid, well-founded, and free of charge. Anyone wanting to experience industrial history with atmosphere should mark November 25, 2026, in their calendar and attend the evening live on-site. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/vortrag-der-klang-des-stahls-1.html))
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