When does the exhibition run?

The exhibition is on view from July 11, 2026, to September 13, 2026, at the Museum of Photography Braunschweig.

Where does the event take place?

At the Museum of Photography Braunschweig, Helmstedter Str. 1, 38102 Braunschweig.

What is the admission fee?

An undisputed overall price for the exhibition could not be confirmed online. However, the museum mentions free admission days and some free formats.

Are there guided tours of the exhibition?

Yes, the program of the exhibition includes public tours and other accompanying formats.

Is the museum accessible for people with disabilities?

For accessibility and travel information, the museum refers to its visitor information. For specific needs, it is advisable to inquire directly with the institution.

Who is the exhibition particularly suitable for?

For anyone interested in photography, street photography, urban culture, and social perspectives.

New York's streets come alive in Braunschweig: Jamel Shabazz showcases photography full of soul

Name: Jamel Shabazz. New York Moves and Black Communities
Start: 2026-07-11T02:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-14T01:59:59+02:00
Location: Museum für Photographie Braunschweig

Jamel Shabazz brings New York's street culture to Braunschweig

In the Museum of Photography Braunschweig, an impressive look at the city as a stage opens in the summer of 2026: Jamel Shabazz. New York Moves and Black Communities showcases photography full of intimacy, attitude, and urban energy. The exhibition runs from July 11 to September 13, 2026, and marks the first museum exhibition of the New York photographer in Germany.

Street Photography with History and Emotion

Jamel Shabazz began portraying people on the streets of New York in the late 1970s. His images combine fashion, pose, encounters, and social reality into a precise, vivid snapshot of time. The focus is on Black and Latin communities, whose life moments Shabazz captures with empathy, respect, and compositional clarity.

An Exhibition Experience Between Intimacy and Urban Tension

The displayed groups of works in black and white and color photography, supplemented by early photo albums and books, coalesce into a powerful event experience. Those who walk through the rooms encounter scenes of street, identity, music, and community. This is precisely what creates the unique event atmosphere for which the Museum of Photography is known: focused, sensual, and simultaneously historically charged.

Curatorial Context and International Relevance

Curated by Barbara Hofmann-Johnson, the exhibition presents work that stands in the tradition of socially engaged photography. Jamel Shabazz was awarded the Gordon Parks Foundation Prize in 2018, followed by a publication prize in 2022. The exhibition is a collaboration with the Kunsthaus Nürnberg and is supported by the Galerie Bene Taschen, Cologne. This gives the project special authority and visibility in the cultural calendar of the region.

What Visitors Can Expect in Braunschweig

Visitors will experience an exhibition that does not appear loud, but rather profound: strong portraits, urban stories, and a clear look at communities that have shaped the street scene of New York. Those who appreciate photography, urban history, and social perspectives will find one of the most exciting exhibition dates of the summer in Braunschweig here.

Conclusion: This exhibition combines precise photographic art with societal depth and a strong visual language. Jamel Shabazz. New York Moves and Black Communities invites you to see New York anew – and experience it live in Braunschweig.