What age is the hut game suitable for?

The workshop is aimed at primary school children and is thus clearly age-appropriate for young families.

What is the cost of the event?

The event is free of charge. There is no admission fee.

How long does the workshop last?

The event runs on September 16, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Where is the event taking place?

At the Spiritual Center Church St. Anna at Kapellenstraße 12 in Gelsenkirchen.

Is the offering family-friendly and pedagogically meaningful?

Yes, the format combines creativity, space design, and collaborative learning in a child-friendly workshop.

Are there official information and channels for Manifesta 16 Ruhr?

Yes, the official channels are linked on the Manifesta 16 Ruhr website as well as on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

A whimsical family workshop allows children to rediscover spaces in Gelsenkirchen

Name: Manifesta 16 Ruhr – Constructlab – Hut Game for Children
Start: 2026-09-16T18:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-16T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Spirituelles Zentrum Kirche St. Anna

A creative hut game for children in the heart of Manifesta 16 Ruhr

On September 16, 2026, the Spiritual Center Church St. Anna in Gelsenkirchen will transform for one hour into a place full of imagination, team spirit, and children's laughter. During the workshop by the artists' network Constructlab, primary school children will design their own space and experience a family event that enhances creativity and collaborative thinking.

What children can expect here

The focus is on the hut game: children from the neighborhood revive an artistic space game and discover how ideas, materials, and collaboration create a special place. This fits perfectly with a child-friendly approach to art, architecture, and community. For families, this event provides a learning experience with genuine interactivity.

Educational value with a lot of curiosity

The workshop is part of the educational program School, Neighborhood, and Us. The collaboration with the Kurt-Schuhmacher-Straße Primary School and the Faculty of Spatial Planning at TU Dortmund shows the educational ambition of the project. Children experience age-appropriate how spaces work, how to plan together, and how creativity becomes visible in a group.

A place that connects culture and community

Manifesta 16 Ruhr uses former church spaces in Gelsenkirchen as places for encounters, workshops, and collaborative creation. The program focuses on participation, education, and free accessibility. This creates an open environment for families where curiosity and safety come together.

Good to know for families

The event is free of charge and is aimed at primary school children. The event takes place at the Church St. Anna in Schalke-Nord. Manifesta 16 Ruhr emphasizes that its offerings are freely accessible and accompanied by trained mediators. For families, this means: a relaxed cultural offering with clear structure and educational added value.

Conclusion: This hut game brings children closer to imagination, co-design, and shared experiences. Anyone looking for a family-friendly cultural format that makes sense and is fun should experience this event live.