Scenography in Hamburg, Federal Chancellor Helmut Schmidt Foundation, ‘Schmidt! Living Democracy’

The new permanent exhibition in Hamburg focuses on Helmut Schmidt – as statesman, contemporary witness and private individual. Structured chronologically and embedded in global contexts, the exhibition presents a nuanced picture of his political career and personal development. Large-scale, free-hanging images structure the space and immerse visitors in a century full of challenges. With a narrative-based design combining retrospectives with hopes for the future, Duncan McCauley makes history a visually and emotionally engaging experience.