A large, glowing, tree-like structure radiates light in a dark, misty environment. Thin golden branches and roots extend from its trunk, while small human figures stand at its base, emphasizing its immense size and mystical presence.

“Myth of the Forest” – New exhibition at the Gasometer Oberhausen

The Gasometer Oberhausen has announced its new exhibition "Myth of the Forest." Starting March 20, 2026, the Gasometer will present the new exhibition "Myth of the Forest" – a striking journey through the world's forests. It will feature impressive images, films, and installations, including a 40-meter-tall light tree and the sound installation "Global Sunrise."

"Myth of the Forest" offers an intensive look at the forests of our earth – emotional, surprising, captivating, explanatory, and always scientifically sound. In various exhibition chapters, the Gasometer shows forest areas from Brazil to the Congo and Europe, dedicating itself to the unique diversity of flora and fauna, as well as to the
Indigenous peoples whose habitat in the forest is becoming increasingly smaller. Of course, the exhibition also documents the dramatic consequences of the destruction of this vital ecosystem through slash-and-burn agriculture, for example, with science-based presentations by ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute).

Until November 30th “Planet Ocean” can be seen in the Gasometer Oberhausen, where you can immerse yourself in fascinating marine worlds.

Further information and tickets can be found at gasometer.de/aktuelles.

Gasometer Oberhausen 
Arenastrasse 11
46047 Oberhausen

The Gasometer Oberhausen is an anchor point on the Industrial Heritage Route.

 

Photo: The Tree / Ars Electronica Solutions

A close-up photo of a long-eared owl with striking orange eyes and prominent ear tufts, set against a solid black background.
A forest scene with many dead, broken trees and logs on the ground, with sunlight streaming through clouds over distant mountains at sunset. Green grass and a few young trees grow among the fallen trunks.
Close-up view of several red and white mushrooms (fly agaric) with spotted caps, growing on a forest floor covered in leaves, with tall trees and soft, blurred light in the background.
An ancient, large tree with thick, twisting branches stands surrounded by lush green foliage in a sunlit forest. The tree has a wide trunk with a dark hollow and moss-covered limbs. Misty light filters through the dense canopy.