Spinnerei Leipzig

In the location's words:

from cotton to culture One hundred artists' studios, eleven galleries, workshops, architects, designers, jewelry and fashion makers, the "boesner" artists' supply store, the "Spinnwerk" theater venue, an international dance and choreography center, print shops, the "Lubok" artists' book, the "LuRu" cinema and, last but not least, the non-profit HALLE 14 and many others: At the beginning of the 21st century, the former factory town that had grown into the largest cotton spinning mill in continental Europe at the beginning of the 20th century became one of the most interesting production and exhibition sites for contemporary art and culture in Europe. What has emerged in the Spinnerei since the early 1990s, since the first artists set up studios here, was not only the result of active planning. Courage, great interest in art and the willingness of many to experiment and, since 2001, a management company and management that promoted the initiatives and made prudent, sustainable decisions about the gradual expansion and conversion of the buildings, all contributed to making the Spinnerei what it is today. Painters and photographers, sculptors, media and concept artists work undisturbed in their studios. Visitors can see contemporary art in the exhibition spaces, discuss it, or even buy works. Three times a year, on weekends, the SpinnereiGalerien tours take place with new exhibitions and events. But also otherwise: galleries, the HALLE 14, workshops, stores and the various companies and creatives are looking forward to your visit! On our facebook page you will get information about current exhibitions and events. Welcome! This content has been machine translated.