The Rhine-Main Universities will have a booth at the WDC Pavilion 2026 on 8 July and will host a quiz on the topic of “Knowledge and Power.”

Scientific advice is especially important in times of crisis. But how does the dialogue between decision-makers and researchers work in practice? An interactive quiz and discussion offer insights into the challenges of science-policy exchange.

Moderated by: Tome Sandevski (Goethe University Frankfurt) and Dominik Schuh (Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz)

Further information and program:

Since April, a modular pavilion from the WDC (World Design Capital) has been touring the region. The WDC Pavilion transforms public space into a temporary meeting place - a space where people can connect, exchange ideas, try out new things, and experience design as a force for social change.

During its stay in Wiesbaden from 24 June to 12 July, the WDC Pavilion will host a diverse programme, including a residency from the Constructlab network. Starting from the question of whether coffee can be brewed using water from the Kochbrunnen spring, Lucas Devolder, Juul Prinsen, and Anco de Jonge explore themes such as energy generation, hospitality, and wellbeing in public space.

All events at the WDC Pavilion are free of charge and open to everyone. The pavilion is fully accessible.

Soft Opening – Wed, 24 June, from 6:00 pm
With music, drinks by Farbe-des-Weines, and delicious snacks.
by: WDC 2026

Ping Pong Park – Wed, 24 June – Sun, 12 July
Table tennis installations for playful exploration. Drop by and join in!
by: Elisabet Flascha, Laura Weigand and Marco von der Heyden

Programme for Schools: City for All – Thu, 25 June, 9:00–11:00 am & 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Workshop on urban development for school classes from Wiesbaden. Registration via email (see reverse side). Not open to the public.
by: Deutsches Architekturmuseum

Graphic Weaving – Fri, 26 June, 2:00–5:00 pm
Walk-in workshop to co-create the visual identity of the WDC Pavilion.
by: WDC 2026 and Laura Hilbert

Ciudad-Diseño Tijuana – Sat, 27 June, 2:00–5:00 pm
Presentation and workshop on design methods and their contribution to citizen-centred urban development in a binational border region.
by: Jorge Francisco Sánchez-Jofras and Katalina Silva, WDC 2024 San Diego Tijuana

Guest: Alita Escobedo – Sat, June 27, 5:00–5:30 PM
Meet Alita Escobedo, a lighting designer from Tijuana, Mexico, and gain insights into her work and creative journey.

“Claim the Space” Workshop – Sun, 28 June, 3:00–6:00 pm
FLINTA* design workshop with the collective “Das Fliegende S”, organised as part of the DemokratieKiosk project.
by: Lust auf besser leben gGmbH, Donata Koschel

WDC Yoga – Thu, 2 July, 6:00–7:00 pm
Yoga at the WDC Pavilion for all levels. Please bring a mat or something to sit on.
by: WDC 2026

Textile Workshop “(Re)Finding Your Own Thread” – Fri, 3 July, 6:00–8:00 pm & Sat, 4 July, 2:00–5:00 pm
Using weaving needles and thread, participants create small woven pieces that require no prior experience. The workshop focuses on mindful making, keeping hands busy, and calming the mind.
by: Studio Stiller

Lego Printing for Families, Friends & Chosen Families – Sun, 5 July, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Using Lego bricks, participants create shapes, patterns, houses, paths, people, animals, plants, and much more, which are then printed. For children (ages 5+), teenagers, and adults.
by: Villa Farbenfroh – Creative Space and Art School

Knit and Meet – Sun, 5 July, 2:00–5:00 pm
An open knitting and networking gathering. Bring your own project and enjoy a relaxed afternoon of knitting, crocheting, and inspiring conversations. Everyone is welcome!
by: Alina Sauer

Lego Printing Workshop – Wed, 8 July, 10:00 am–12:00 pm & Thu, 9 July, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Using Lego bricks, participants create shapes, patterns, houses, paths, people, animals, plants, and much more, which are then printed. For children (ages 5+), teenagers, and adults.
by: Villa Farbenfroh – Creative Space and Art School

Knowledge and Power – Wed, 8 July, 2:00–5:00 pm
Scientific advice is especially important in times of crisis. But how does the dialogue between decision-makers and researchers work in practice? An interactive quiz and discussion offer insights into the challenges of science-policy exchange.
by: Rhine-Main Universities; moderated by Tome Sandevski and Dominik Schuh

AI Tell You Everything – Thu, 9 July, 2:00–5:00 pm
This workshop explores how narratives are shaped by AI. Participants generate and edit machine-produced texts and create printed materials that reflect both individual and collective authorship.
by: Enes Pavlukovic and Tina Lenz, as part of Form Follows Friendship

“Design Utopias – Where Do We See Ourselves in the Future?” – Thu, 9 July, 6:00–8:00 pm
Insights into the FLINTA* network of Ladies, Wine & Design Wiesbaden, followed by a collage workshop for FLINTA* participants.
by: Nina Gänsler & Luella Döringer

“Our City of the Future” Workshop – Fri, 10 July, 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Together, we will build a city that meets our needs today and tomorrow.
by: Education and Public Engagement, Hessian State Museum of Art and Nature Wiesbaden

Listen to Democracy – Sat, 11 July, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Presentation of the audio walk exploring places of democracy in Wiesbaden, followed by an open discussion and exchange.
by: cicero Agentur & Verlag and the City of Wiesbaden

Meme Workshop – Sat, 11 July, 1:00–3:00 pm
This workshop focuses on memes, why they make us laugh, and what they reveal about society. Participants will then create memes on topics of their choice using simple digital and analogue tools.
by: Felix Kosok

Closing Event – Sat, 11 July, 6:00–8:00 pm
Join us for drinks and music as we look back on the programme together.
by: WDC 2026