In the middle of Hamburg's Speicherstadt warehouse district, the Dialoghaus Hamburg invites you to an extraordinary experience: dialogue in the dark. Here you are invited to an immersive exhibition that is sure to turn your everyday thoughts and actions upside down.

What makes the dialogue in the dark so special?

The Dialogue in the Dark is a change of perspective. You navigate through different scenarios in complete darkness: a busy park, a bustling cityscape or a cosy café. Without visual stimuli, other senses are heightened - you hear more intensely, feel surfaces more consciously and perceive sounds more clearly. The reason for this is that you are deprived of the ability to see - only temporarily, of course. Blind or visually impaired guides lead you through completely darkened rooms and expose you to everyday situations.

A special highlight is the Dinner in the Dark. Enjoy a multi-course meal in complete darkness and experience what it's like to rely solely on taste, smell and touch. This culinary journey not only puts your senses to the test, but also offers an unforgettable experience that will last a long time.

Tip: For an even more intense experience, we recommend avoiding strong perfumes or scented cosmetics before your visit. This will allow you to perceive the subtle scents and sounds of the darkness without distraction

 

1. The exhibition was founded by Andreas Heinecke in 1988 and has been on permanent display at the Hamburg Dialogue House since 2000.
2. Dialogue in the Dark has already been shown in over 30 countries and more than 130 cities worldwide.
3. Around 60 per cent of employees at Dialoghaus are visually impaired or blind – a deliberately inclusive approach.
4. A guided tour lasts between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on the day of the week, and provides intensive experiences in complete darkness.
5. In addition, there is the exhibition Dialogue in Silence, which deals with non-verbal communication and deafness.
6. In Hamburg, several hundred thousand people have already visited the exhibition since its opening.
7. The entire building is designed to be barrier-free and thus enables participation for people with a wide range of disabilities.
8. Interactive workshops are offered for schools and companies to strengthen topics such as teamwork, empathy and communication.
9. The Dialogue House is located at Alter Wandrahm 4 – in the middle of the historic warehouse district, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
10. The aim of the exhibition is to promote more empathy and social understanding through direct experiences.

The dialogue in the dark is aimed at all age groups from the age of seven. For families, it offers a shared experience that strengthens cohesion and stimulates dialogue. School classes benefit from the educational aspects and the promotion of empathy and teamwork. Companies use the exhibition for team-building activities and to train communication skills.

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Note: The tours take place at set times and usually start every 15 to 30 minutes. As the number of participants per tour is limited, it is advisable to book tickets online in advance, especially at weekends and on public holidays.

The Dialogue in the Dark at the Hamburg Dialogue House offers a unique opportunity to experience the world from the perspective of blind people. By consciously renouncing the sense of sight, other senses are sharpened, leading to profound insights and a new understanding of the challenges and abilities of visually impaired individuals. The interactive nature of the exhibition promotes empathy, communication, and reflection on one's own perception.