“We Others” in Potsdam: Discover Societal Diversity in the SED Dictatorship

Making History Visible: Societal Diversity in the SED Dictatorship

How diverse was society in the GDR – and which living realities remained long invisible? The open workshop “We Others. Societal Diversity in the SED Dictatorship” invites you to the Lindenstraße Memorial Foundation in Potsdam on October 3, 2026. In a short history lab, participants will engage with biographical sources and personal stories.

Biographical Insights into a Diverse GDR

The focus is on the experiences of people with migration backgrounds, Jewish individuals, and queer people in the GDR. Their life paths open new perspectives on belonging, exclusion, and societal diversity in the SED state. The event combines historical educational work with a personal, approachable engagement.

Asking Together, Listening and Categorizing

The workshop offers space for exchange and reflection. Participants will examine which stories have long received little attention in public perception and what significance these experiences have for our present. The format merges expert event planning with participatory educational work and is aimed at anyone interested in exploring history in a nuanced and joint manner.

Part of the Free Program on the Day of German Unity

The workshop takes place as part of the open day at the Lindenstraße Memorial. On October 3, 2026, the memorial will open its doors free of charge from 10 am to 6 pm. Visitors can also participate in exhibitions, short tours, and further discussion offers. Free audio guides and guides in German sign language are available.

Admission and Registration

Participation in the workshop is free of charge. Registration is not required but is recommended for better planning at info@gedenkstaette-lindenstrasse.de. The start is at 1 pm, and the history lab is expected to last about an hour.

Conclusion: The workshop opens a concentrated and at the same time personal access to societal diversity in the GDR. Anyone who wants to understand historical experiences, make perspectives visible, and discuss belonging will experience an impressive event at the Lindenstraße Memorial with professional depth and human closeness.

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Sources:

• Potsdam Tourism – Open Workshop “We Others”
• Lindenstraße Memorial Foundation – Open Day
• Tourist Destination Brandenburg – Event Information