Far-right groups reportedly wage cultural war against Bauhaus in Germany
The Bauhaus foundation in Dessau, Germany, is reportedly facing a "cultural war" from far-right groups, leading its president, Barbara Steiner, to acquire legal insurance for potential defense.
In Dessau, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, the Bauhaus foundation is reportedly encountering a "cultural war" initiated by far-right groups. Barbara Steiner, president of the foundation, which oversees the historical architecture school, has indicated that the institution is experiencing significant pressure. This situation prompted Steiner to secure legal insurance in 2023, a measure typically adopted by business leaders, to prepare for potential legal challenges. The move underscores increasing tensions affecting cultural institutions in the region, particularly concerning the legacy and interpretation of the Bauhaus movement.
Sources: Le Monde