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Dortmunder U – Zentrum für Kunst und Kreativität
Art and Creativity in a Historic Brewery Tower
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The Dortmunder U, originally constructed as fermentation and storage cellars for the Dortmunder Union Brewery, is a significant architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia. Built in 1927 based on Emil Moog's designs, it now serves as a creative hub. The iconic 'U' atop the tower, designed by Ernst Neufert, was restored in 2008.
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Did you know?
The golden 'U' atop the tower stands nine meters tall.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1927
- Architect
- Emil Moog
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Opening Hours
- Tu,We 11:00-18:00; Th,Fr 11:00-20:00; Sa,Su 11:00-18:00; PH 11:00-18:00; Mo off
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
- Website
- dortmunder-u.de/en
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- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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Location
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