Hans Brockmöller's Port Photography Celebrates Bremen's 400th Harbour Anniversary

Hans Brockmöller's Port Photography Celebrates Bremen's 400th Harbour Anniversary

Mitchell Wilson
Mitchell Wilson
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Black and white photo of boats near a dock at the port of Hamburg, Germany during World War I, with buildings, trees, poles, and the sky in the background.

Hans Brockmöller's Port Photography Celebrates Bremen's 400th Harbour Anniversary

A new exhibition celebrating the work of photographer Hans Brockmöller will open at the Vegesack Storyhouse on Friday, June 3. The show marks the 400th anniversary of Bremen’s harbour and features decades of his striking port photography. Hans Brockmöller (1911–1977) spent nearly 30 years documenting Bremen’s bustling ports. His images stand out for their technical skill and bold, unexpected angles. One highlight on display will be his 1950s shot of the Lemwerder ferry terminal.

The exhibition is a joint effort between the Vegesack Storyhouse and the Geschichtskontor im Brodelpott, which holds Brockmöller’s archived works. Angela Piplak, head of the Geschichtskontor, curated the show to honour the harbour’s long history. The opening reception takes place on June 3 at 5 p.m., with free entry. After that, visitors can explore the exhibition from Wednesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., until September 10. On Saturday, June 18, the Storyhouse will also host short guided tours and screen related films as part of the Long Night of Museums.

The exhibition runs until September 10 at the Vegesack Storyhouse, located at Zum Alten Speicher 5A. Brockmöller’s photographs will offer a vivid look at Bremen’s maritime past, coinciding with the harbour’s 400-year milestone.

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