Bremen marks the 50th anniversary of the "Shepherd with Pigs" bronze sculpture with a merchant's table and art exhibition, a festive event dedicated to this compelling statue.
Bremen's Jubilee Festival Celebrates Iconic Sculpture and Cultural Heritage
Bremen, Germany - The city is gearing up for a two-day celebration of art, culture, and community as it marks the 50th anniversary of the "Herdsman with Pigs" sculpture. The jubilee festival will take place on September 13th and 14th, beginning with the official reopening of the historic clock tower at 12 noon on the 13th.
Art Exhibition
An art exhibition opens at Sögestraße 17 on September 13th at 5 pm, showcasing artworks inspired by the "Herdsman with Pigs" landmark. The original plaster models of the Söge pigs will be on display, along with paintings, sculptures, and other visual arts created by local artists. The exhibition is expected to be held nearby the sculpture site or at a designated local gallery.
Food and Beverages
Food lovers can look forward to a variety of local and traditional dishes during the festival, featuring regional specialties to celebrate Bremen's cultural heritage. Food stalls and catering services will be available around the event area, offering both savory and sweet options, including classic suckling pig, ragout with herdsman's cheese, and a vegan curry. Beverages will include local beer and non-alcoholic drinks. Confectionery Knigge will provide sweet treats for the festival.
Schedule
September 13th: - Morning: Opening ceremony with speeches by local officials and art curators. - Midday: Guided tours explaining the history and significance of the "Herdsman with Pigs" sculpture. - Afternoon: Art exhibition opens to the public. - Evening: Live music performances and social gathering.
September 14th: - Morning: Workshops related to sculpture and local crafts. - Midday: Family-friendly activities and storytelling sessions about the local heritage. - Afternoon: Closing event with reflections from artists and organizers. - Evening: Closing concert or cultural performance.
The merchant's table, in cooperation with the design hotel Überfluss and Grill, offers culinary highlights during the festival on both days. No specific time is given for the closing of the art exhibition or the festival, so visitors are encouraged to check local Bremen event listings closer to the date for detailed timings.
This event is a celebration of both the sculpture’s artistic importance and the community’s cultural roots, making it engaging for art lovers and families alike. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Bremen's rich history and vibrant culture.
- Local artists are showcasing their creations inspired by the "Herdsman with Pigs" sculpture in a home-and-garden setting at the art exhibition, which is taking place near the sculpture site or at a designated local gallery during the Jubilee Festival in Bremen.
- The Jubilee Festival in Bremen offers a lifestyle experience for visitors with a variety of traditional dishes celebrating the city's cultural heritage, as well as an art exhibition featuring local artists and their works inspired by the iconic "Herdsman with Pigs" sculpture.