When can I see the exhibition?

The special exhibition runs from May 7 to November 1, 2026, at the Museum of Sepulchral Culture in Kassel.

Where does the exhibition take place?

At the Museum of Sepulchral Culture, Weinbergstraße 25–27, 34117 Kassel.

Are there guided tours?

Yes. According to the museum, a public tour takes place every Wednesday starting at 5 PM; advance registration is recommended.

Is the museum barrier-free?

Yes. The building is barrier-free accessible, has an elevator to all levels, and wheelchair-accessible restrooms.

How do I get there by public transport?

From the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe ICE train station, tram lines 1 and 3 go to the Weigelstraße stop; from the main station, the RT5 towards the city center is a suitable connection.

Is photography allowed?

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An exhibition about farewell, closeness, and love for animals in the Kassel Museum

Name: Where to Put the Dog?
Start: 2026-05-07T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-11-01T18:00:00+01:00
Location: Museum für Sepulkralkultur

Where to Put the Dog? Saying goodbye up close at the Museum of Sepulchral Culture

The special exhibition Where to Put the Dog? – in between 4.0 at the Museum of Sepulchral Culture in Kassel introduces a topic that touches, disturbs, and enlightens: the relationship between humans and animals in life and in death. Between photography, exhibits, dioramas, and artistic contributions, an art experience emerges that intertwines mourning culture, memory, and aesthetic experience. The presentation will be on view from May 7 to November 1, 2026; the edition on June 11, 2026 falls within the ongoing exhibition phase. ([sepulkralmuseum.de](https://www.sepulkralmuseum.de/veranstaltungen/veranstaltungen/ausstellungseroeffnung-wohin-mit-dem-hund--dazwischen-4.0))

Humans and Animals: A Relationship Full of Closeness, Care, and Loss

The curation begins with a question that affects many people directly: How does one say goodbye to a pet that has been experienced as a family member? The exhibition describes the dog as a companion, confidant, and part of one’s life story. At the same time, it opens the perspective on dealing with death, grief, and burial – not abstractly, but from the viewpoint of personal attachment and cultural practice. ([sepulkralmuseum.de](https://www.sepulkralmuseum.de/veranstaltungen/veranstaltungen/ausstellungseroeffnung-wohin-mit-dem-hund--dazwischen-4.0))

Photography, Interviews, and Artistic Contributions

A central area features photographs by Sibylle Fendt, who documented people wishing to die at home. Her work connects long-term observation, portrait photography, and social documentary precision. Fendt, born in 1974 in Karlsruhe, studied photography in Bielefeld, lives in Berlin, is a member of the Ostkreuz agency, and works internationally on independent projects related to social and existential themes. The exhibition combines this position with interviews and exhibits, creating a multifaceted view of dying, home, and dignity. ([sepulkralmuseum.de](https://www.sepulkralmuseum.de/veranstaltungen/veranstaltungen/ausstellungseroeffnung-wohin-mit-dem-hund--dazwischen-4.0))

Multimedia, Participatory, and Educationally Thought-Through

The museum relies on multimedia insights and explicitly invites visitors to contribute their own thoughts. Public tours take place on Wednesdays starting at 5 PM, and there are educational and outreach offerings for schools, children, and adults. Thus, the exhibition becomes not only a space for observation but also a place for cultural education and thoughtful engagement with the works. ([sepulkralmuseum.de](https://www.sepulkralmuseum.de/?utm_source=openai))

A House with a Profile: Collection, Research, and Barrier-Free Access

The Museum of Sepulchral Culture focuses on the themes of dying, death, burial, mourning, and remembrance. Its collection primarily encompasses Central European sepulchral culture from the late Middle Ages to the present; simultaneously, burial customs of various religions and cultures are presented. The building is barrier-free accessible, has an elevator to all exhibition levels, wheelchair-accessible restrooms, and special tours for people with disabilities. ([facebook.com](https://www.facebook.com/cspioneersmuseum/?utm_source=openai))

Travel and Visiting

The address is Weinbergstraße 25–27, 34117 Kassel. The museum can be reached by tram, notably via the Weigelstraße stop; by car, the routes lead through the city center, and parking spaces are not museum-owned and are subject to charges. The opening hours are Tuesday, Thursday to Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Wednesday from 10 AM to 8 PM. ([sepulkralmuseum.de](https://www.sepulkralmuseum.de/besuch))

Conclusion: Where to Put the Dog? is more than a special exhibition. It connects art, mourning culture, and societal questions into a compelling, sensitive, and visually powerful experience. Anyone visiting Kassel should experience this exhibition live: for its depth, visual language, and rare ability to make existential themes so accessible. ([sepulkralmuseum.de](https://www.sepulkralmuseum.de/veranstaltungen/veranstaltungen/ausstellungseroeffnung-wohin-mit-dem-hund--dazwischen-4.0))