The new "Mythos Wald" exhibition at the Gasometer Oberhausen takes visitors to the fascinating forest regions of the world: from Brazil to the Congo to Europe, the show presents the enormous biodiversity of flora and fauna. It presents the culture of indigenous peoples whose habitat is increasingly under threat. In addition to impressive animal footage, film sequences and original exhibits, the exhibition also addresses the dramatic consequences of deforestation, slash-and-burn agriculture - scientifically prepared in collaboration with the Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri).
The aim of the exhibition is to raise awareness of the state of our planet and to sensitize visitors both emotionally and intellectually to the future of the forest. The specially developed sound and light installation "Global Sunrise" by Oceans21, which stages an immersive journey through the awakening forests of the five continents, was to be a particular highlight. The dramaturgical highlight is the spectacular media art installation "The Tree" by Ars Electronica Solutions, which creates a monumental network of roots and crowns in the 100-metre-high industrial monument."Mythos Wald" thus joins the Gasometer's successful large-scale exhibitions such as "Planet Ocean" and "The Fragile Paradise".
Services
- Admission to the "Mythos Wald" exhibition at the Gasometer Oberhausen
Excursion tips
The Gasometer Oberhausen is located directly in the Neue Mitte Oberhausen, internationally known for Europe's largest shopping and leisure center Westfield Centro. After a visit to the Gasometer, an exuberant shopping trip can begin here. The Ludwiggalerie Schloss Oberhausen is also well worth a visit to round off a day trip. These places of interest are not far from each other. If you want to find out more about industrial history, the LVR Industrial Museum St. Antony-Hütte is the right place for you. It is the nucleus of steel production in the region.
