“Water works.” That was the title of an exhibition here at Galerie Wasser.
Galerie Wasser is a special place in the heart of Berlin. It gives visual artists a space to show their work. Best of all, it’s rent-free.
The Berliner Wasserbetriebe runs this gallery. It’s located on Stralauer Strasse.
But what exactly does Berliner Wasserbetriebe do? This company ensures Berliners have access to drinking water. They clean the waste water. They maintain a huge network of pipes. It includes almost 19,000 kilometers of pipes and canals. The Berliner Wasserbetriebe delivers about 204 million cubic meters of drinking water yearly.
The Galerie Wasser is one way the Berliner Wasserbetriebe connects with the city. It offers changing art exhibitions. These include paintings and photos. Sculptures can be seen here too.
In 2018, the Berliner Wasserbetriebe joined Instagram. They used the hashtag #berlinerwasser. People posted photos about Berlin’s water. The company nominated a “Water Friend of the Day.”
The best Instagram pictures were displayed at the WasserGalerie. This event included a photo walk. It started at the Berliner Wasserbetriebe headquarters. The route went along the Spree River. Participants posted their photos with a special hashtag. The best photos from the photo walk were awarded.
Stephan Reichmann hosted an exhibition called “KOMM BADEN / LET’S HAVE A BATH” here. It featured sound collages by Slawomir Cap. It even had extended hours for abc art berlin contemporary.
Galerie Wasser’s opening times can vary. Check wassergalerie-berlin.de for the latest schedule.
Galerie Wasser is more than just an art space. It’s a place where art meets daily life. It is where the city’s water and artistic expression flow together. The Berliner Wasserbetriebe provides the space. Artists provide the vision. Visitors provide the appreciation. Together, they create a unique experience.