Denkmalschutz und Denkmalpflege: Erwartung – Auftrag – Anspruch

>> Historic Preservation and Conservation: Expectations – Mission – Standards <<

In 2014, the AFR devoted an entire year to the topic of the current interrelationships between historic preservation and conservation—still under the old Historic Preservation Act—under the title >> Think: Preservation! <<
Twelve years later, there are, in some cases, differing expectations within society and politics regarding this issue and the work of our historic preservation authorities. These expectations and demands have changed significantly since the introduction of the North Rhine-Westphalia Historic Preservation Act in 1980—especially over the past twenty years. In many cases, public expectations do not align with the legal mandate that governs the actions of heritage authorities. Due to a noticeably changed social climate toward the institution of heritage preservation, a critical review is now necessary to develop a distinct, nuanced approach to heritage preservation .
 

Welcome
> Peter Berner, Chair of Architektur Forum Rheinland
Introduction and Moderation
> Dr. Thomas Werner,City Conservator of Cologne, Board Member of Architektur Forum Rheinland
Panel Discussion
> Monika Krücken, Head of the Department of Historic Preservation and Archaeology – Lower Historic Preservation Authority of the City of Aachen
> Dr. Caroline Helmenstein,Inventory Department of the City Conservator – Lower Monument Authority of the City of Cologne
> T.B.A. – Project Development
Discussion with the audience

Event on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the Domforum Cologne,
Domkloster 3, across from the cathedral’s west portal – Free admission