Between Us History: The Niederkirchner Family — A Contradictory Legacy

This exhibition at Museum Pankow explores the complex and contradictory legacy of the Niederkirchner family. Käte Niederkirchner was a celebrated icon of anti-fascist resistance in the GDR, with schools and ships named in her honor. The display looks beyond the public image to examine the family’s personal history and their role in German politics. Today, her memory lives on through street names in Mitte and Pankow and a memorial plaque at her former home. It offers a deep dive into the nuances of commemoration and historical identity in Berlin. Visitors will gain a new perspective on how history is written and remembered.