When does the exhibition opening take place?

The opening takes place on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Where will the exhibition be opened?

The opening will take place in the Old Schoolhouse in Weiden.

What is the exhibition about?

The special exhibition tells about the relationship between humans and dogs, the role of dogs in daily life in Weiden, and dog representations from different materials and artistic periods.

What topics will be addressed regarding local history?

Dogs as hunting helpers, supporters of police officers and night watchmen, draft animals for tradespeople, as well as family and luxury dogs will be shown.

What role does Max Reger play in the exhibition?

The exhibition also dedicates itself to the very idiosyncratic form of dog love of the great composer Max Reger.

Discover Dogs in Weiden: Local History, Art, and Loyal Companions in the Old Schoolhouse

Name: Dogs in Weiden – Loyal Companions Through the Ages
Start: 2026-11-24T18:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-24T20:00:00+01:00
Location: Altes Schulhaus

Dogs in Weiden: An Exhibition about Friendship, Work, and Cultural Memory

On Tuesday, November 24, 2026, the City Museum Weiden in the Old Schoolhouse will open the special exhibition Dogs in Weiden – Loyal Companions Through the Ages. The exhibition event is dedicated to the millennia-old relationship between humans and dogs, combining local history with artistic object presentation.

A Community of Life for Over 15,000 Years

For more than 15,000 years, dogs have lived alongside humans. From the early connection between hunters, gatherers, and their animal companions, a unique community of life has developed, characterized by closeness, trust, and mutual support to this day. The exhibition uses this long cultural history as a starting point and simultaneously focuses on the special role of dogs in Weiden.

Working Dogs, Companions, and Family Members

In Weiden, dogs have been part of daily life since the city's beginnings. As working dogs, they assisted in hunting, helped police officers and night watchmen, or pulled carts for butchers and innkeepers. Others lived as so-called luxury dogs in families in the city, reflecting social ideas about care, status, and animal closeness.

Artistic Dog Representations from Various Eras

A special focus is placed on the dog representations on display. Different materials, forms, and artistic periods open up a diverse contemplation of works. The objects make visible how the perception of the animal changes: from a useful helper to a loyal pet to an emotionally charged family member. In the exhibition atmosphere of the Old Schoolhouse, historical testimonies, aesthetic experiences, and local memories combine.

Local History with Surprising Stories

The special exhibition also tells of original ideas and personal relationships. Visitors will learn how the fathers of the city of Weiden tried to ease the summer heat for their furry pets over a hundred years ago. A special facet is also promised in the story of the idiosyncratic dog love of the great composer Max Reger.

Conclusion: A Touching Artistic Experience at the City Museum Weiden

The exhibition combines cultural history, animal history, and artistic representation into a tangible artistic experience for all generations. Those who want to understand how closely dogs are connected to daily life, memory, and the identity of a city will experience an inspiring aesthetic encounter in the Old Schoolhouse. The opening provides the ideal occasion to discover this special exhibition live.