Did the aroma of salted butter ever lead you to a gallery? Probably not, but here at New Bretagne in Essen, the connection might not be so far-fetched. New Bretagne, a name that conjures images of France’s coastal region, sits right here on Spichernstraße. While not a creperie, this two-story gallery with its distinctive black, sloping tar-paper roof, holds its own unique artistic charm. The name “New Bretagne” might seem out of place in Essen, but perhaps it’s a nod to a different kind of creativity, a fresh perspective. Think of the rich culinary traditions of Brittany, France, a region known for its butter-laden cuisine, from crepes and galettes to the decadent kouign amann. Perhaps this gallery, New Bretagne, seeks to capture that same spirit of richness and innovation, but in the visual arts. It’s a space where artists can explore new mediums, push boundaries, and create their own “artistic feasts”. So, while you won’t find the aroma of buckwheat crepes here, you might just discover something equally satisfying for the soul.
Kultusgemeinde
Fifty years. That’s how long the Jewish Kultusgemeinde in Essen has stood on Sedanstrasse. Fifty years of resilience. Fifty years