Marta HOCH 2

Connect, Participate, Get Creative!

This new space at Marta Herford is for you. Contribute your ideas: What do you need to feel comfortable here? What offers and events should take place here? Would you like to learn more or get involved? Please feel free to contact us!

An overview of all events can be found in our calendar.

The space is accessible free of charge during the museum’s opening hours.

This new space is designed as an open area that fosters creative processes and community. Whether for exchange and encounters, workshops and art projects, or learning and having fun – Marta HOCH 2 offers diverse activities and usage possibilities. What is special about this place is: Residents of Herford and institutions in the region help shape the program and the use of the space. Marta HOCH 2 is part of the project “Third Places. Houses for Culture and Encounter in Rural Areas” and is funded by the Ministry of Culture and Science of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia.

Regular Program

Prime Time Wednesday at Marta HOCH 2
Every Wednesday, Marta HOCH 2 becomes a hotspot for creativity and exchange.
Just drop by!

There are infinitely many fascinating handicraft techniques. Here, interested individuals can meet in a relaxed atmosphere to learn new things, continue working on their own projects, and exchange ideas.

Whether with or without experience, with your own instrument, or simply eager for something new: everyone can listen and jam here. For music enthusiasts and instrumentalists.

Whether with or without experience, with your own instrument, or simply eager for something new: everyone can listen and jam here. For music enthusiasts and instrumentalists.

Discover new games together or bring old favorites back to the table. Whether alone or in a group – Come by and play along!

Many want to play guitar – We’ll try it together, without a course, without a plan, without pressure. Just play! Guitars are available, curiosity is enough.

Various stations invite preschool and young children with their accompanying persons to discover, move, and create.

Get creative and start conversations in the studio! Materials are provided! People with physical disabilities, cognitive changes, and their relatives are warmly welcome.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

Just drop by! For most offers, you do not need to register.

No, all offers are free of charge.

Absolutely! Contact us directly or write to us.

Everyone – regardless of age, regardless of origin.

On the 2nd floor of Marta Herford, Goebenstraße 2–10, 32052 Herford.
Go through the foyer, past the ticket counter, and take the stairs or elevator in the “black room” to the 2nd floor.
Barrier-free, close to the train station.

Contact – Contact us!

Do you have an idea, questions, or would you like to get involved yourself?
Contact us directly or speak to our on-site team – we are here for you!

Anna Peplinski
Head of Education and Outreach
+49.5221.994430-17
HOCH2@marta-herford.de

Wiebke Hagemeier
Project Coordination
+49.5221.994430-17
HOCH2@marta-herford.de

Marta HOCH 2 is supported by

Accompanying program

11.00 13.00
Workshop
Marta invites you to an open participatory program every first and third Saturday of the month. Children from the age of 6 have the opportunity to explore the current exhibition and then try their hand as artists. The impressions and ideas gained are implemented in an imaginative way. Age From 6 years, min. 3 children Duration 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost 12 euros (incl. material) Registration no registration required, limited number of participants
15.00 16.00
Guided tour
In a one-hour tour with our freelance art educators through the current exhibitions, you will receive information about the exhibiting artists and their works and have the opportunity to ask questions about the art. Ticket 3.50 euros plus exhibition entrance fee Registration no registration required

Exhibitions

Accompanying program

11.00 13.00
Workshop
15.00 16.00
Guided tour