Geschichten von Oliver Elser, Kurator

As part of “Why Is There Something Rather Than Nothing” with KOERNOE, architect Oliver Elser will present examples of how protest can be expressed, represented and put into practice. Oliver Elser is a curator of architecture at the German Architecture Museum (DAM) in Frankfurt and works at the intersection of architecture, society and cultural education.

Protest! Tree Houses, Tents and Other Obstacles
What can we do when we do not like something or want something to change? We can voice our opinions, create images, make signs or join forces with others and take action.

When many people come together around a shared concern, protest emerges. It may take the form of a demonstration, a creative intervention in a public space or a collective gesture in support of something that needs protecting—such as nature or places that are important to community life. Tree houses can help protect such places, even though living in them can be dangerous. This talk for young audiences explores these and other examples of protest.

Age 9–12 years

Admission and programme details Participation in the programme is free with an admission ticket to the KinderKunstLabor. Places are limited, so please reserve your free participation ticket via our online shop.

A collaboration between Public Art Lower Austria and the KinderKunstLabor for Contemporary Art, marking the 30th anniversary of KOERNOE.