Exhibition opening as part of the summer festival on SO, 24.08. at 14:00

From August 24 to October 15, 2025, we cordially invite you to a special journey through time. The new Volkshaus Cotta is opening its doors for an exhibition that brings the eventful history of our building to life.

Come by and discover the many facets of the former "Richard-Gärtner" district cultural center, which many of you will surely remember as the "Rote Hütte". We have collected treasures from private and public archives - from chronicles of the "Spielbrett" theater group to rediscovered photos of the reopening in 1980 and finds from the Deutsche Fotothek.

In 2026, we will be celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Volkshaus Cotta. We need your help to prepare for this big celebration! The house has been brought to life by so many people, ensembles and initiatives over the years. Every story, every picture and every document is an important part of it.

That is why we are inviting you: Share your memories! Whether it's a personal anecdote, an old photo or a drawing - your contributions are invaluable. Help us to preserve the stories surrounding the Volkshaus Cotta and make them visible for future generations.

Admission is free. We look forward to your visit and are eager to hear your stories!