When is the exhibition accessible?

The exhibition runs from April 15 to June 10, 2026, and is accessible during the opening hours of the Ostalbkreis District Office at Stuttgarter Straße 41.

Is there an admission fee?

Admission is free. For groups, a brief coordination with the District Office regarding visit times is recommended.

Are there guided tours or mediation offers?

Information will follow. Currently, self-guided examination of the works on site with the available texts is recommended.

How accessible is the access?

The Ostalbkreis District Office is easily accessible. Visitors use the entrances of the District Office and the elevators to the exhibition areas.

Am I allowed to take photos?

Please respect the signs on site. Generally, photos without flash for private use are allowed; permission is required for publications.

How long should I plan for the visit?

For a focused examination of the works, 30 to 60 minutes is recommended, depending on personal interest in material, form, and curatorial setting.

Sculpture in Focus: Experience the Sculptural Art of Baden-Württemberg Up Close at the District Office Aalen This Spring

Name: Association of Freelance Sculptors Baden-Württemberg
Start: 2026-05-16T02:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-17T01:59:59+02:00
Location: Landratsamt Ostalbkreis

Sculptural Art in the Present: The Association of Freelance Sculptors in Aalen

From April 15 to June 10, 2026, the Association of freelance sculptors Baden-Württemberg e.V. transforms the foyer of the Ostalbkreis District Office into a stage for contemporary sculpture. The focus is on examining the works, dialogues about materials, and an exhibition atmosphere that directly immerses visitors in the art experience.

Material, Form, Space: Sculpture as Aesthetic Experience

In the interplay of stone, metal, wood, and new materials, a precise choreography of volume, surface, and light unfolds. Clearly defined edges alternate with soft curves, polished areas contrast with rough materials. This creates a unique spatial effect in which forms open, weights tilt, and lines build a field of tension – a lesson on plasticity, tectonics, and contemporary aesthetics.

Curation with Context: Sculpture from Baden-Württemberg

The association consolidates positions that have shaped and further developed the regional sculpture tradition of Baden-Württemberg's art landscape for decades. Exhibitions of the association showcase a range from freestanding sculptures to wall objects to installations and object art. The exhibition in Aalen emphasizes clear communication: concise texts about the works, understandable classifications of artistic directions, and an accessible hanging in the public space of the Ostalbkreis District Office.

Sensory Impressions: Light, Surface, Body

In the daylight of the foyer, color temperatures and material tones enter into a lively dialogue. Stainless steel reflects coolly, pigmented stone exudes grounded warmth, oiled wood breathes organic depth. This constellation sharpens perception – the aesthetic experience arises between the work and the viewers, in pausing, circling around, and precise seeing.

Education and Access: Art in the Public House

As a cultural venue, the Ostalbkreis District Office offers low-threshold access to art. Admission is free and available during official opening hours. The building is centrally located (Stuttgarter Straße 41, 73430 Aalen) and has limited accessibility; the exhibition is suitable for short visits as well as for in-depth examinations of the works.

Visitors' Voices

The reactions from visitors are clear: The exhibition delights art lovers. On Instagram, it says: 'Sculpture that lets the space breathe – impressive presence of the works.' And further: 'Material and form in the perfect field of tension – worth seeing!'

Conclusion: For those who want to experience contemporary sculpture beyond white cubes, concentrated sculptural art in public space can be found here. Free entry, clear communication, strong works – ideal for an intense art experience in Aalen.