In the location's words:

The Kunstraum Kreuzberg/Bethanien shows group and thematic exhibitions on social and cultural contemporary processes in confrontation with the contemporary arts. Central aspects are the contextualization of the projects and the consideration of diversity, internationality and local references. Kunstraum Kreuzberg/Bethanien is located in the former deaconess hospital at Mariannenplatz, which was built in 1847.

With 450 square meters of exhibition space and over 200 linear meters of hanging space, the rooms meet the requirements for medium-sized shows. Approximately six exhibition projects are realized each year, some in cooperation with institutions, curators or artist groups. The exhibitions are accompanied by guided tours, films, discussions and artist talks. Cultural education projects are an integral part of Kunstraum Kreuzberg/Bethanien's outreach work. These include, in particular, partnerships with schools. Kunstraum Kreuzberg/Bethanien is an institution of the district office of Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg. Stéphane Bauer has been the director of Kunstraum Kreuzberg/Bethanien since 2002 and is responsible for the program and organization.