Minna Faßhauer: Rediscovering Braunschweig's History on Foot
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Minna Faßhauer: A City Walk Through Braunschweig's Political History
On Saturday, October 17, 2026, the city walk Germany's First Female Minister – In the Footsteps of Minna Faßhauer invites you on an impressive journey of discovery through Braunschweig. The focus is on an extraordinary woman whose commitment to education, women's rights, and social participation extends into the present.
History Comes Alive in the Urban Space
Starting from Magnikirchplatz, the approximately 1.2-kilometer route leads through central areas of downtown Braunschweig. Historical sites, urban pathways, and biographical traces merge into a guided tour that makes local history immediately tangible. The approximately 1.5-hour tour ends at the Trade Union House at Wilhelmstraße 5, the women's location Minna Faßhauer.
A Pioneer in Education Policy
Minna Faßhauer was the first woman in Germany to hold a ministerial office after the November Revolution of 1918. As a People's Commissioner for Public Education in the Free State of Braunschweig, she advocated for co-education of girls and boys, the abolition of church school supervision, and better educational opportunities for children of workers.
Political Engagement and Cultural Heritage
The tour highlights Faßhauer's journey from a worker and trade unionist to a political decision-maker. A multifaceted image of the Braunschweiger Soviet Republic, the November Revolution, and the social upheavals at the beginning of the 20th century emerges. Historical contexts, the women's movement, and democratic development are understandably linked.
Guided Discovery with Expert Context
The tour is offered by the team of city walkers from the DGB working group Minna Faßhauer. The organizer is the working group Other History e.V., which focuses on regional memory culture and historical educational work. Afterward, there is the opportunity to continue discussing together at the Trade Union House.
Conclusion: Experience Braunschweig from a New Perspective
This city walk connects urban history, political education, and cultural heritage into a sustainable discovery experience. Those who want to get to know Braunschweig more intensively and learn about a courageous pioneer of German education policy will experience history here up close. Secure your appointment and discover Minna Faßhauer where her story continues to resonate to this day.
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