When does the guided tour to Marcel van Eeden take place?

The guided tour takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Where does the guided tour start?

The meeting point is the foyer in the House of the Graphic Collection at the Augustinermuseum, Salzstraße 32/34 in Freiburg.

How much does participation cost?

The event ticket costs 2.50 Euros. Additionally, the regular museum admission of 12 Euros applies, reduced 8 Euros.

What does the guided tour cover?

The 70-part artwork cycle 6. August 1870 by Marcel van Eeden will be presented, focusing on themes of nationalism, colonialism, racism, and historical memory.

Is the Augustinermuseum accessible for people with disabilities?

The venue is accessible according to DIN 18040.

How long does the guided tour last?

The guided tour lasts about 60 minutes.

Marcel van Eeden Guided Tour Freiburg 2026

Name: Guided Tour: Marcel van Eeden
Start: 2026-10-10T15:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-10T16:00:00+02:00
Location: Augustinermuseum

Marcel van Eeden: Discovering History through Images

At the Augustinermuseum Freiburg, the guided tour offers an intense approach to the 70-part artwork cycle 6. August 1870 by Marcel van Eeden. In the House of the Graphic Collection, visitors encounter an artistic research that connects historical traces, colonial entanglements, and contemporary memory culture.

Artistic Research between Freiburg, Alsace, and North Africa

The focus is on the fate of the colonial soldier Abdel Kader Ben Lahcen, who originated from North Africa and died during the Franco-Prussian War in 1870. Van Eeden's works trace the historical connections through Alsace and Baden to Tunisia and Algeria. Thus, the exhibition becomes a unique discovery experience of local history and European memory.

Photography, Historical Texts, and Cultural Heritage

The guided tour reveals how Marcel van Eeden combines artistic photographs using the gum bichromate process with historical quotations. The artwork cycle sheds light on the entanglements of nationalism, colonialism, and racism, showing how personal fates are embedded in larger political and societal contexts.

Insights into the Exhibition at the Augustinermuseum

An expert guide leads through the exhibition, directing attention to image composition, source material, and the historical layers of the presented works. The atmosphere of the House of the Graphic Collection combines historical museum architecture with contemporary art, creating space for a concentrated engagement with the themes of the exhibition.

Conclusion

The one-hour tour combines art observation, historical research, and critical memory culture. Those who wish to experience Freiburg from a new perspective and discover the exhibition 6. August 1870 with professional context will find a cultural enrichment at the Augustinermuseum. Secure your event ticket and experience Marcel van Eeden's multifaceted artwork cycle on-site.