Haus der Geschichte

The Haus der Geschichte (House of History) is a network of German museums dedicated to preserving and exhibiting German history, with a particular focus on contemporary history. Recent news highlights two key aspects of the organization. First, Uta Bretschneider, currently the director of the Zeitgeschichtliches Forum Leipzig (a branch of the Haus der Geschichte), has been appointed to lead the future Zentrum Deutsche Einheit (Center for German Unity) in Halle, a significant federal project. Second, the Haus der Geschichte has recently revealed the details surrounding the acquisition of the "Schabowski-Zettel," the note that guided Günter Schabowski during the pivotal press conference announcing the opening of the Berlin Wall. After years of legal battles initiated by the newspaper "Bild" to uncover the document's provenance, the museum disclosed the chain of ownership. This revelation underscores the Haus der Geschichte's role as a repository of important historical artifacts and its engagement with sensitive and significant moments in German history.