With One's Own Voice: Jewish Remembrance and Community in Braunschweig
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With One's Own Voice: An Exhibition on Jewish History, Present and Democratic Responsibility
The special exhibition With One's Own Voice. 75 Years of the Central Council of Jews in Germany invites visitors to a reflective and hopeful experience of faith and education. At the House on Löwenwall, visitors encounter Jewish history, religious tradition, and the vibrant contribution of the Central Council to the Jewish community in Germany. The exhibition is created in close cooperation with the Central Council of Jews and sets a sign for remembrance, dialogue, and social cohesion. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/kultur/museen/staedtisches-museum/artikelpool-temporaer/mit-eigener-stimme.75-jahre-zentralrat-der-juden-in-deutschland.php?utm_source=openai))
A Place for Remembrance and Encounter
The Städtisches Museum Braunschweig presents not only historical lines but also contemporary perspectives of Jewish life with this exhibition. The exhibition highlights the work of individual leaders and simultaneously clarifies how the Central Council shapes cultural engagement, inter-religious dialogue, the struggle against anti-Semitism, and Jewish identity in the Federal Republic. Thus, a space for reflection, knowledge, and respectful encounters is created. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/kultur/museen/staedtisches-museum/artikelpool-temporaer/mit-eigener-stimme.75-jahre-zentralrat-der-juden-in-deutschland.php?utm_source=openai))
Understanding Jewish Life in Germany
Those visiting the exhibition will gain insights into religious exhibits, community work, and the significance of Jewish traditions in today's Germany. The accompanying program continues these themes with lectures, guided tours, and discussions. This includes formats on rabbinical work, Jewish cemeteries, synagogue architecture, music, and culture. The exhibition makes visible how closely faith, remembrance, and lived community are interconnected. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/kultur/museen/staedtisches-museum/veranstaltungen-zentralrat-der-juden.php))
Atmosphere in the House on Löwenwall
The venue, the House on Löwenwall, is part of the Städtisches Museum Braunschweig and offers a dignified setting for exhibitions with cultural depth. The museum provides information on opening times, admission, and visiting conditions; at the same time, the city currently points out that due to the renovation of the elevator system in the Old Town Hall from 22.06.2026 to 11.08.2026, not all parts of the museum are accessible. Regular admission prices apply for the visit to the House on Löwenwall, which are also applicable for the special exhibition. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/kultur/museen/staedtisches-museum/kontakt.php))
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The official museum page refers to Instagram at @staedtischesmuseumbraunschweig. For in-depth information, the pages of the Städtisches Museum and the city of Braunschweig regarding the special exhibition and visiting the museum are also suitable. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/kultur/museen/staedtisches-museum/kontakt.php))
Conclusion: This exhibition connects knowledge, remembrance, and Jewish presence into a quiet, powerful experience. Those who want to understand Jewish life, religious history, and social responsibility firsthand will find here an impressive place for exchange and inspiration. A visit is particularly worthwhile for everyone who wants to experience faith, culture, and democracy in connection. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/kultur/museen/staedtisches-museum/artikelpool-temporaer/mit-eigener-stimme.75-jahre-zentralrat-der-juden-in-deutschland.php?utm_source=openai))
