Exhibition: "Tuchfühlung - Vom Reinwaschen und Schönfärben"

The exhibition, which grew out of a project by Social Work students at the HSZG in collaboration with Tierra Eine Welt e. V. Görlitz, is coming to Zittau.

This exhibition takes a very vivid look at the life cycle of our clothing—from cotton production and transportation all the way to used-clothing collection. The centerpiece of the exhibition—a giant wardrobe—offers hands-on experiences that visitors can explore for themselves. More than ten audio recordings provide information about the connections and impacts of the global clothing industry. Behind this is an outstanding project by Social Work students from our University’s Faculty of Social Sciences in collaboration with Tierra Eine Welt e. V. Görlitz.

The opening event will take place on June 19, 2018, at the Peter-Dierich-Building Z IV, Foyer, Theodor-Körner-Alle 8, Zittau:

5:30 p.m. – Opening remarks by Prof. Christa Maria Heidger (Vice President for Education and International Affairs)
6:00 p.m. – Introduction to the exhibition and presentation on key aspects of clothing production with creators Katja Ostermann and Ulrike Kauf
7:00 p.m. – Screening of the film “The True Cost — The Price of Fashion," followed by a discussion with the audience, Katja Ostermann, and Ulrike Kauf. The film tells a true story about the clothes we wear, the people who make them, and the impact (of production and transportation) before T-shirts, shirts, sweaters, pants, and much more can be offered for sale in our stores.

During the exhibition period from June 19 to 27, 2018, you can also view, touch, and listen to the exhibition in the foyer of the Peter-Dierich-Building.

We look forward to welcoming many of you.