Francke Foundations

Alles in Ordnung?

Annual Programme focuses on the Major Social Challenges

We invite you to join us for proven crowd-pullers, new event formats, family events, scientific events and education & participation programmes. Follow the Link and find the full programme in the annual magazine or in the calendar on this page.

For a Tolerant and Cosmopolitan Society

Article 1 of the German Basic Law: Human dignity is inviolable

Balloons with drawings and wishes from the children of the Krokoseum are released in front of the façade of the Historic Orphanage.

In the tradition of August Hermann Francke, we are committed to humanity and also stand up for all those who need our help. We see education, social participation and sustainable action as the most important keys to a tolerant and cosmopolitan society.

Alliance of Early Universal Museums

Blick in die Kunst- und Naturalienkammer mit dem Weltenmodell und den historischen Sammlungsschränken.

Professional expertise, provenance research and the development of future scenarios for the presentation and research of the unique Early Universal Museums: We are delighted to host this year's annual conference of the Alliance of Early Universal Museums!

  

Current exhibitions

»wood, waves and energy«

Photography exhibition by Jörg Gläscher

Eine gewaltige, aus Holzstämmen gebaute Welle mitten im Wald

Large-format photos of wave formations made of broken wood and other found objects inspire reflection on structure, order and movement.

22. March - 25. May 2025
House 1 - Historic Orphanage - Conference floor

  

Current events

Today, Wednesday, 04/16/2025

»My favourite photo on wood«

Photo workshop at TiQ youth club

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10:00 amWorkshopHaus IV

The visit of the Prussian king

Theatrical tour through the historic orphanage

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6:00 pmGuided TourHouse 28
Thursday, 04/17/2025

Language Learners Group on Thursday

Open offer of language and learning promotion

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5:00 pmAn Open OfferHouse 33
Sunday, 04/20/2025

CONCERT SPIRITUEL

Gastkonzert

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3:00 pmKonzertHouse 1 - Historic Orphanage