SPACE4KIDS

SPACE4KIDS is unfortunately closed from 3 May to 13 May 2024 due to the "Sommerblutfestival"!

"A museum space and a playroom have many things in common".

(Endres/Rousseau 2020:6)

According to Art. 31 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, all children have a right to play and to participate freely in cultural and artistic life.

But is that really true?

We take this right seriously. In YOU ARE THERE! - SPACE4KIDS we create space for a participatory and experimental programme with and for children in an ethnological museum with its complex social debates on almost 1,400 square metres.

Throughout Europe, ethnological museums discuss their future intensively, but do not include children and young people. The realities of life for children living in Cologne today have also changed in recent decades. For example, almost 60% of the inhabitants of Cologne under the age of 18 have a migration background. This means that the museum should be a place where this generation feels represented and welcome in all its diversity.

YOU ARE THERE! - SPACE4KIDS involves children in shaping the future of the museum in order to become a place for a post-migrant society with their help.

Because we see children not just as passive visitors, but as active experts who bring about change in their environment. To this end, we open our doors wide for children to try out new participatory formats and methods and create an experimental space for sensory, playful and collective experiences. The RJM will become an inclusive meeting place for fun, reflection, exchange, movement, curiosity, celebration, creativity and empowerment.

YOU ARE THERE! - SPACE4KIDS is a cooperation with the Kölner Integrationshaus (In-Haus Kalk e.V.), a New German Organisation working for a more racism-free, diversity-sensitive and just world.

SPACE4KIDS can be visited by schools, intercultural associations, OGS, groups and other initiatives with prior registration. Registration at: rjm-veranstaltungen@stadt-koeln.de

For children and their parents, SPACE4KIDS opens on certain days, which are announced on the website.

The various participatory formats, glimpses behind the scenes of the museum and dates can be found here.

Contact for cooperations: lydia.hauth@stadt-koeln.de

The room is open on the following dates:

The space is open from 10 am to 6 pm on all Sundays and on all Cologne Days.

SPACE4KIDS is accessible free of charge, please obtain a free ticket at the cash desk.

Programme:

Every Sunday Guided tour 11 a.m. - 12 a.m.

Children free of charge, adults € 2,00

3.3.-2.6.2024

Qashqai Female Voices - Algorhythms of Cultures - Iran

An installation and series of events

curated by Yalda Yazdani & Christoph Wieland

with the musicians:

Sima Bina, Samin Ghorbani, Azar Parsai, Khadijeh Jokar.

and Tahmineh Rostami, Shahab Azinmehr, Javad Salkhordeh, Kavosh Sohrabian.

Thursday, 4.4. from 3-5 p.m. (KölnTag)

CREATIVE WORKSHOP for children

Sunday, 7.4. from 14-16.00 h

CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP for International Roma Day

With April 8th just around the corner, there will be a short introduction to Roma history. We will then look at the meaning of the Roma flag and the young participants will gain an insight into the history behind it. Everyone has the opportunity to trace the Roma flag, individually and with different materials. On April 8, 2024, the Roma flag will be hoisted at 5 p.m. in a festive ceremony at the historic Rathaus e.V. in the presence of Mayor Henriette Reker. And you can be there - either at the town hall or you can take a photo of yourself with "your" Roma flag on April 8, 2024 and send it to Rom e.V. as a sign of solidarity: https://www.instagram.com/rombuk_2019/

The workshop takes place in cooperation with Rom e.V. and Robert Rasid. Robert is 35 years young and comes from the Roma community. He has been working with young people in the fields of art, music and empowerment for over 15 years. An event organized by NEOLA art projects e.V., Integrationshaus e.V. as part of Space4Kids and "Dein Museum".

For: Children aged 6 and over | From: Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum | With: Robert Rasid | Meeting point: Space4Kids | Participation: free of charge

Sunday, 14.4. from 15-16.30

Qashqai Female Voices - Algorhythms of Cultures

CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP about the culture of the Qashqai from Iran, with Kimia Bani & Tahmineh Rostami and an introduction by Yalda Yazdani

The women of the Qashqai from Iran do everything they can to preserve and pass on their special culture. This includes singing, crafts, art and special festivals. In the workshop, you will learn more about the fascinating culture of the Qashqai and can even try out a bit yourself!

This event is part of the installation "Qashqai Female Voices - Algorhythms of Cultures - Iran", curated by Yalda Yazdani & Christoph Wieland

With the kind support of Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum Cologne, Goethe Institut, German Embassy, HERITAGE Management Organization, Bozar - Center for Fine Arts Brussels, Directorate General International Partnerships - European Commission. In cooperation with DIWAN Köln - Deutsch-Iranische Begegnungen e.V., AWA - Deutsch-Iranischer Kultur und Bildungsverein e.V., CrossCultureCologne, Galerie Schiras Berlin. Special thanks go to the commitment and trust of the Qashqai communities inside and outside Iran, to whom this project is dedicated.

For: Everyone | From: Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum | Meeting point: It's your turn - Space4Kids | Participation: free of charge

Sunday, 14.4. from 17-18.30

Qashqai Female Voices - Algorhythms of Cultures

CONCERT and talk with Maryam Akhondy & Banu, moderated by Yalda Yazdani, Kaveh Schmitz at the VHS Forum

Maryam Akhondy founded a unique women's band in Cologne, whose members come from different regions of Iran. Together they present the traditional folk music of these diverse regions.

This concert and talk is part of the installation "Qashqai Female Voices - Algorhythms of Cultures - Iran", curated by Yalda Yazdani & Christoph Wieland

Please note that the number of participants for this event is limited.

With the kind support of Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum Cologne, Goethe Institut, German Embassy, HERITAGE Management Organization, Bozar - Center for Fine Arts Brussels, Directorate General International Partnerships - European Commission. In cooperation with DIWAN Köln - Deutsch-Iranische Begegnungen e.V., AWA - Deutsch-Iranischer Kultur und Bildungsverein e.V., CrossCultureCologne, Galerie Schiras Berlin. Special thanks go to the commitment and trust of the Qashqai communities inside and outside Iran, to whom this project is dedicated.

For: Adults | From: Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum | Meeting point: VHS | Participation: free of charge

Sunday, 28.4. from 2-5 p.m.

STORYTIME

The event invites families with children to experience stories in a playful way with music and movement.

For: Everyone | Meeting point: DU BIST DRAN! - SPACE4KIDS | Participation: free of charge

The programme will continue to develop and will be added to here.

SPACE4KIDS is accessible free of charge, please get a free ticket at the ticket office. On all Sundays there is a hands-on tour for children in the permanent exhibition from 11 am to 12 pm, which ends in SPACE4KIDS.

Cooperation partners:

Important questions and answers:

Can I use the materials, games and children's books in SPACE4KIDS freely?

Yes, of course, but please help us to tidy them up after use so that the room and the children's library remain attractive for other visitors. Please put the books back on the bookshelves after reading. Our technician will also be pleased if you handle our technology with care ;-)

Can I drop my child off at SPACE4KIDS?

No, parents or accompanying adults remain responsible for their children during the visit. Unless the child is taking part in a workshop. Then the workshop leader will take over supervision.

Can I eat and drink at SPACE4KIDS?

Yes, you can eat and drink here, but remember to dispose of your leftovers properly.

Where can I leave my jacket and rucksack?

Jackets and bags can either be securely locked in the basement or taken directly to our Space4Kids.

Where can I park my baby carriage?

There is enough space in Space4Kids to park your baby carriage.

Where are the toilets located?

The toilets are in the basement. You will also find a changing table there. The barrier-free toilet can also be found there.

How can I take part in the workshops?

Some workshops are free of charge, others require payment. Please have a look at our website. There you will find all the latest information on registration and the costs of the workshops.

I am coming with a group of children. Do I have to register?

No, you can simply come directly to the museum and pick up a free ticket at the ticket office.

What are the opening hours of SPACE4KIDS?

Space4Kids is open every Sunday and on KölnTag (1st Thursday in Monday) from 10 am to 6 pm.

Due to the Summer Blood Festival, Space4Kids will unfortunately be closed from 3.5.-13.5.

Have fun!!!!!