When does the exhibition take place?

The exhibition is scheduled for July 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM.

How much is the admission fee?

The regular admission is 6 euros, reduced 4 euros. Admission is free on Wednesdays.

Where is the Fridericianum located?

The Fridericianum is located at Friedrichsplatz 18 in 34117 Kassel.

Is the building accessible?

Yes, the Fridericianum has ramps, elevators, and accessible restrooms. Service dogs are allowed.

Are there tours available?

Yes, the museum regularly offers public tours. The costs are included in the admission fee.

How to get there by public transport?

Take lines 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 8 to Friedrichsplatz station.

The pause that dreams against erasure

Name: Catherine Opie – The pause that dreams against erasure
Start: 2026-07-18T13:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-18T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Fridericianum

Catherine Opie at the Fridericianum: A photography exhibition about identity, memory, and resistance

The Fridericianum presents The pause that dreams against erasure, the first institutional solo exhibition of Catherine Opie in Germany. The exhibition developed specifically for the venue unfolds in dialogue with the architecture and history of the historic building in Kassel. It showcases body of works from over three decades, weaving photography, film, artist books, and installation into an immersive art experience. ([fridericianum.org](https://fridericianum.org/events/eroeffnung-catherine-opie-the-pause-that-dreams-against-erasure/?utm_source=openai))

Artwork between portrait, landscape, and political presence

Opie's works combine documentary precision with a sensitive visual language. Earlier portraits from LSBTIQ* communities stand alongside series of landscapes, where nature appears not merely as a motif but as a resonance space for identity, hope, and trauma. Additionally, there are images of protests and movements such as Black Lives Matter, which inscribe the social climate of their time directly into the exhibition atmosphere. Her photography connects to the tradition of socially oriented image art of the 20th century and updates it with exceptional clarity. ([fridericianum.org](https://fridericianum.org/events/eroeffnung-catherine-opie-the-pause-that-dreams-against-erasure/?utm_source=openai))

An artist with a significant art historical voice

Catherine Opie, born in 1961, is regarded by leading museums and her gallery as one of the defining figures in contemporary art. The MoMA recognizes her as an American photographer with important series such as Being and Having, Dyke, and Mike and Sky; Lehmann Maupin points to key exhibitions from the Guggenheim Museum New York to LACMA and the recent presentation in São Paulo. These references underline her international relevance and the authority of her photographic oeuvre. ([moma.org](https://www.moma.org/artists/8190-catherine-opie?utm_source=openai))

The Fridericianum as a historical resonance space

The location itself enhances the aesthetic experience. The Fridericianum is located at Friedrichsplatz 18 in Kassel and is closely connected to the history of documenta. Regular opening hours apply for visits from Tuesday to Sunday, as well as Thursday evenings; the building is largely accessible, featuring ramps, elevators, accessible restrooms, and allowing service dogs. This creates an open museum experience that consistently considers art education and accessibility. ([fridericianum.org](https://fridericianum.org/visit/))

Conclusion: An exhibition that resonates long after

The pause that dreams against erasure is not merely a showcase of works, but a concentrated engagement with body, belonging, political visibility, and photographic form. Those seeking contemporary photography, curated spatial relationships, and cultural historical depth will find a strong art experience here. Visiting is definitely worthwhile live in Kassel. ([fridericianum.org](https://fridericianum.org/events/eroeffnung-catherine-opie-the-pause-that-dreams-against-erasure/?utm_source=openai))