Once the main tram depot of the city’s public transportation system, the Depot cultural center is now a place where creativity runs free. More than 40 individuals, companies, associations, and studios have established themselves there since its opening in 2001. Architects, designers, lecturers, photographers, graphic designers, visual artists, and performing artists all work at the Depot. Under one roof, education, art, culture, media, creative services, and gastronomy form a rare symbiosis that defines the spirit of the place.
At the Depot, visitors can expect an exciting and varied cultural program—exhibitions, movies, markets, fairs, dance, theater, and workshops. The building’s extraordinary architecture also provides the setting for diverse and customized uses. Spaces can be rented for up to 750 people for receptions, gala dinners, conventions, conferences, and all kinds of daytime events. Depot e.V. is a member of various networks (including Kulturmeile Nordstadt and LAG Soziokultur NRW).


