Day of Austrian Sign Language & Deaf Community

Exhibition Space ● 0–117 years

A boy draws patterns with his finger on a wall covered with dark green velvet fabric.
The One Lab | Exhibition ‘Shadow Catcher’ (2025/2026) | © Max Kropitz

On International Sign Language Day, the Lower Austria Association of the Deaf cordially invites you to the KinderKunstLabor. This event offers children, families, educators, and anyone interested an accessible, interactive introduction to the lives of deaf people and to Austrian Sign Language (ÖGS). Short, varied workshops are designed to foster knowledge, empathy, and enthusiasm.

Program

  1. Morning Program for School Groups | 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
    There are three workshop options to choose from: 60, 90, or 120 minutes. Please specify the desired duration (60/90/120 min) and the number of students in your email.
    Ages: 6–12
    Format: Free
    Duration per workshop: 30 min
    Registration required at buchung@kinderkunstlabor.at
     
  2. Afternoon Program for Everyone | 1:30–3:30 p.m.
  • Olaf Hoppel – Learning Sign Language Through Play
  • My First Signs – Communication Without a Voice
  • My Life Without Hearing
  • Deafness and Music – Feeling Music Instead of Hearing It

Lecture on Sign Language in the School System | 3:30–5:00 p.m.
For educators, parents, and anyone interested. Includes a sneak peek and guided tour of the new exhibition at the KinderKunstLabor.

Format: Free
Duration: 90 min
Registration required at buchung@kinderkunstlabor.at

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