The Francke Foundations

The mobile exhibition, which is in regular demand, has been available in a fundamentally revised version since 2016. The latest scientific research results on August Hermann Francke, the history of Halle Pietism and the architectural history of the Francke Foundations have been incorporated into the exhibition.

The tour begins with a roll-up on August Hermann Francke, leads to Halle Pietism and the emergence of the school town in the 18th century. Cultural-historical milestones such as the world's first Bible Institute, music and song culture in Halle Pietism or the Prussian virtues, but also the highlights of a visit such as the only completely preserved baroque Cabinet of Artefacts and Natural Curiosities, the core ensemble around the Lindenhof with the largest timber-framed residential building in Europe and the oldest surviving purpose built free-standing library building in Germany find plenty of space. The exhibition touches on the fateful history of the 20th century, the reconstruction from 1991 and presents today's educational cosmos of over 40 Christian, social, scientific, cultural and educational institutions with selected projects. With its international appeal in the past and present, the exhibition provides a comprehensive insight into the significance and effects of August Hermann Francke's Halle Pietism.

How does the mobile exhibition reach me?

Please contact us if you are interested in the mobile exhibition.

We will arrange the exhibition date together and discuss about the opening event. We will be happy to help you transport the mobile exhibition to you as far as we can. The exhibition can easily be transported by car. For longer distances we recommend you to be in cooperation with a service provider for transportation. There is a free brochure on the mobile exhibition, which we will be happy to send you.

I am looking forward to your inquiry!

Contakt

Tom GärtigCustodian Historic Orphanage+49 345 2127 465

Themes of the Exhibition

August Hermann Francke
Halle Pietism
»A public work…«
The Halle Orphanage
A new educational architecture
Education for all
Impulse generator for academics
Global communication
Emanation in Germany and towards Western Europe
Emanation towards India and North America
Emanation towards Southern and Eastern Europe
On a reform course
The school city since the 19th century
Preservation of the historic buildings
A cultural educational cosmos emerges
The Historic Orphanage
The teaching collections
Renowned academic location
Pedagogical and social work
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Dimensions and the required exhibition space

Dimensions of the panels: 1m (width) x 2m (height)
Number of boards: 21
Required exhibition space: min. 40m².
Material: freestanding roll-up textile banners
Transportable weight: approx. 70 kg (in 4 bags)
Languages: German or English