When can the exhibition be seen?

The special exhibition runs from May 8 to November 1, 2026.

Where does the exhibition take place?

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

How much is the admission?

The regular museum admission of 8 euros applies, reduced 5 euros.

Are there guided tours?

Yes, the exhibition program includes curator tours and other educational offers. Details will follow on the museum page.

What are the opening hours?

The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, with additional hours until 8 p.m. on Wednesdays. It is closed on Mondays.

Is the exhibition family-friendly?

The exhibition is not a classic children's format but can be exciting for culture-interested families, as it invites conversation about farewell and memory.

A touching exhibition about animals, farewell and memory in Kassel

Name: Where to put the dog? – in between 4.0
Start: 2026-05-08T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-11-01T18:00:00+01:00
Location: Museum für Sepulkralkultur

Where to put the dog? – an exhibition about closeness, farewell and memory

With “Where to put the dog?”, the Museum of Sepulchral Culture in Kassel opens an exhibition that touches, irritates and invites careful observation. From May 8 to November 1, 2026, the special exhibition focuses on the relationship between humans and animals – in life, in dying, and in grief. As part of in between 4.0, the presentation connects contemporary perspectives with the unique collection and educational work of the museum.

An exhibition between affection and finitude

The title sounds light, almost casual. Yet behind it lies a serious cultural issue: How do people say goodbye to animal companions? What rituals, images, and places provide support when a familiar being is missing? The exhibition illuminates emotional transitions, private memories, and societal notions of death from a cultural-historical and scientific perspective.

Multimedia insights that invite conversation

The museum relies on multimedia communication and opens up space for visitors' own thoughts. Texts, images, and installations create a dense exhibition atmosphere where aesthetic experience and reflection connect. Those who engage in the tour do not experience a distant view; rather, they encounter an open space for thought about grief culture, bonding, and memory.

Part of an ongoing exhibition

“Where to put the dog?” should not be seen in isolation but as an update within the permanent exhibition in between. You, life and finitude. Its strength lies precisely in this: The Museum of Sepulchral Culture links contemporary issues with a place that has been dealing with dying, burial, remembrance, and cultural forms of farewell for years. This creates an art experience that goes beyond mere information and makes cultural education tangible.

Why a visit is worthwhile

This exhibition attracts not only animal lovers but also anyone interested in memory culture, emotional imagery, and the visible and invisible forms of farewell. The museum provides a calm, focused setting – ideal for a reflection on works that resonate and stimulate conversations.

Conclusion: Those who engage in this exhibition discover a sensitive perspective on humanity, loss, and connection. “Where to put the dog?” is an impressive invitation to rethink farewell and experience the museum live.