--- title: "40 Years of SCHIRN: The Anniversary Weekend in Pictures" date: 2026-05-19 last_modified: 2026-05-20T17:05:43+02:00 generated_at: 2026-05-22T14:30:04Z url: "https://www.schirn.de/en/schirnmag/40-jahre-schirn-das-jubilaeumswochenende-in-bildern/" description: "40 Years of SCHIRN and counting! We celebrated this milestone with you under the motto “One Weekend Together.” From the rave at SCHIRN AT NIGHT to the book launch and lecture performance with artist Lili Reynaud-Dewar, as well as a screen-printing workshop and an art project with Rosemary Mayer – here are the highlights of the anniversary weekend." image: "https://www.schirn.de/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Fassade-1920x1280.jpg" language: "en-US" --- # 40 Years of SCHIRN: The Anniversary Weekend in Pictures # 40 Years of SCHIRN: The Anniversary Weekend in Pictures ![Two women decorate large white balloons with colorful ribbons on a sunny day.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05.jpg) ![A young person with balloons walks past a pink information sign in a festive atmosphere.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Schild.jpg) ![Two people stand in a shaded room with graphic light projections. The atmosphere feels modern and vibrant.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_SAT.jpg) 1 min reading time 40 Years of SCHIRN and counting! We celebrated this milestone with you under the motto “One Weekend Together.” From the rave at SCHIRN AT NIGHT to the book launch and lecture performance with artist Lili Reynaud-Dewar, as well as a screen-printing workshop and an art project with Rosemary Mayer – here are the highlights of the anniversary weekend. ## Friday: Kick-Off Under Strobe Lights For the first time as part of the major anniversary weekend, our party series SCHIRN AT NIGHT took place at the temporary location in Bockenheim. Alongside a visit to the [Thomas Bayrle exhibition](https://www.schirn.de/en/exhibition/thomas-bayrle/), guests were also drawn to our newly greened courtyard, where drinks and a relaxed atmosphere awaited. Dancing took place across two floors, with Hall 2 transformed into a techno club – complete with strobes, sweat, and synths. Thank you for the music, Amila, ALYZAH, Becksham, ALBA, and Josi Miller! ![Lively evening atmosphere in front of an old factory, surrounded by trees and evening lighting against a blue sky.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Architektur.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![People gather in a lit courtyard, surrounded by plants and historic buildings.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Innenhof.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Three women in a festive atmosphere with party hats, laughing and posing in front of a colorful wall.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Fotobox.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Crowd at an outdoor celebration, surrounded by lights and a relaxed atmosphere.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/M-26.05_Lichterkette.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Friends are casually chatting at a festive outdoor setting with lights.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Gruppe.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Social gathering in an urban setting, with people at tables and a cozy atmosphere.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Terrasse.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Guests are chatting in a modern room with brick walls and warm lighting, while some are going up the stairs.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Treppenhaus.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![View through a tire of a group of people engaging in lively conversation in a modern space.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/M-26.05_TB-Reifen.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Three people are admiring artworks in front of a patterned wall in a modern exhibition space.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_TB.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A woman in a polka dot dress looks at modern artworks in a gallery.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_TB-Polka.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A crowd at an event, with a smiling person in focus and colorful lights in the background.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/M-26.05_SAT_Streifen.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![People move in a room with fascinating light projections and geometric patterns on the floor.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/M_26.05_SAT-Strobo.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![DJ in a black outfit mixing music on a mixer, surrounded by colorful lights, with a focused gaze on the turntables.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05.-DJ.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ## Saturday: Art Actions, Skateboards, and Conversations The following day continued at a slightly calmer pace, though no less exciting: the courtyard was quickly transformed into a skate park for kids, while the foyer hosted a workshop station. Throughout the day, both children and adults were invited to design their own balloons – inspired by the art action “[Connections (Frankfurt)](https://www.schirn.de/en/schirnmag/10-ballons-40-jahre-schirn/),” which would take place later that day. In the afternoon, this project created a very special moment of unity: following a concept by artist Rosemary Mayer, an ephemeral sculpture consisting of 10 helium balloons was created. Each balloon was dedicated to a person and adorned with both a flower and a star. The persons were selected by 10 neighbourhood associations and initiatives from Bockenheim, while the flowers and stars were chosen in collaboration with the Palmengarten and the Physikalischer Verein. During a talk moderated by Tyrown Vincent, SCHIRN staff members offered behind-the-scenes insights into their work. In the evening, Lili Reynaud-Dewar presented another highlight: together with curator Matthias Ulrich, the artist introduced her new book *[Perfect Lives](https://www.schirn.de/en/schirnmag/5-fragen-an-das-perfekte-leben/)* in an exclusive lecture performance. Fun fact: the book tells the story of 40 years of SCHIRN, interwoven with her own biography. ![Colorful balloons with various names and dates, surrounded by vibrant ribbons in a sunny park.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_rosemary-Mayer.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Group of people with balloons in a colorful, festive outdoor area under trees.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Luftballons.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Three women outdoors in an urban setting. Colorful clothing, yellow balloons, and a relaxed atmosphere.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Girls.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Skaters and kids are trying tricks at a small skatepark in an urban setting. Lots of activity and fun!](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Skaten-Sonntag.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A boy in a helmet rides a skateboard while an adult supports him. In the background, there are people and plants visible.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Skaten-Kids.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A family creatively crafts with materials at a table in a bright room, engaging in activities with kids and colorful decor.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_BallonWorkshop.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A balloon with colorful patterns in a lively room filled with people and decorations.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.ballon.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Craft materials like paper, scissors, string, and stickers on a blue table.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Bastel-Stillleben.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Two people are discussing on a sofa, surrounded by books and a poster in the background.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Buch-Talk.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![People in a room, attentive and engaged in conversations while attending an event.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Zuhoerende.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Two people discuss at a table with visible packaging and water bottles. An information poster is in the background.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Lets-connect.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A woman with glasses sits on a box, wearing a green jacket and looking thoughtfully around.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Zuhoererin.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A stand with books and a pink flea market sign. A hand flips through catalogs. Colorful, creative atmosphere.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_BuecherFlohmi.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Three men are looking at books on a colorful table in a modern room, surrounded by creative decorations.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Buecher.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![DJ at a mixing console under a large disco ball, surrounded by lights and a relaxed atmosphere.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_DJ.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Colorful atmosphere in an urban alley with guests at a bar stand and festive decorations.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Bar.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ## Sunday: Screen Printing, Sounds, and Sunday Vibes On the third and final day of the anniversary weekend, we got creative together once more: alongside free admission, snacks, and Sunday sounds by DJs MWAH and Halva, visitors could explore the art of screen printing in our open print workshop, inspired by the Thomas Bayrle exhibition, and turn their own T-shirts into cool merchandise. The talk “Connections (Frankfurt)” on Rosemary Mayer’s work of the same name, featuring Marie Warsh, co-director of the Estate Rosemary Mayer, and assistant curator Theresa Dettinger, brought the anniversary weekend to a close. Finally, we would also like to thank everyone involved – participants, contributors, and visitors alike – for this wonderful weekend. Here’s to the next 40 years! ![Person screen printing a design on blue fabric in a creative space.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Siebdruck-Krawatte.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Creative printing session: A teacher and a child work together on a screen printing machine.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Siebdruck-Girl.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Two people are collaborating on a screen printing machine in a creative studio.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Siebdruck-Mann.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Children and adults are collaboratively working on a creative printing project in a studio.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Siebdruck-People.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Screen printing process with a hand pulling red paint over a purple mesh with dots.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Siebdruck.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![People are working on a screen printing machine to print T-shirts with colorful designs.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Siebdruck-Maschine.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Various people work at tables, creatively using colorful materials and tools in a bright room.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Workshop-Wanne.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Child with long, blonde curls sits at a table full of art supplies, enthusiastically crafting.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Workshop-Walze.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Two people are looking at various products at a sales booth, with a colorful space and other visitors in the background.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Schirn-Merch.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Three people are looking at books at a table in a bright room with decorative elements.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Buecherstoebern.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Three people happily pose with colorful props in a festive room. A child holds a stuffed animal.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Fotobox-Family.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Book cover titled "Temporary Monuments" by Rosemary Mayer, featuring balloons and art installations in a landscape.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Buch.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A man in a green coat kneels and takes a photo while many people stand in the background.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_SB.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Microphones hang down, with blurred people and speakers in the background. Art installation or event.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Mirkos.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A variety of people in a gallery viewing artwork and interacting with each other.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Mirko.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![Two women are speaking at an event, surrounded by yellow balloons and a colorful graffiti wall in the background.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Rosemary-Mayer-Talk.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A group of people sits relaxed on colorful boxes in an urban setting during an event.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_Draussen.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![DJ plays music at an outdoor event while guests sit relaxed and celebrate.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_DJ-SOnntag.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein ![A glass of orange drink with a slice of lemon on a table with magazines.](https://www.schirn.de/en/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/26.05_aperol.jpg) Photo: Esra Klein