The defining feature of an independent space or a network of spaces, might be that of a constant renegotiation of what an independent space is. It is not uncommon for a space to emerge as a response to an aspect that is missing or inaccessible, marking a site specificity to these definitions. This talk brings together member spaces that use the word museum in their name, or who operate outside of a familiar exhibition room in their work. 

• museum in progress - Kaspar Mühlemann Hartl

• Queer Museum Wien - Florian Ashka

• Museum Nordwestbahnhof - Michael Zinganel

• Palais des Beaux Arts - Seth Weiner

Keywords: urban space, memory, communities, history, public space, museum

Independent Space Index 2025 cooperates with Kunsthalle Wien to present a series of talks at Kunsthalle Wien Karlsplatz. 

Join us to discuss topics behind the formation of scene identities and artistic positioning. Meet the operators of Vienna‘s independent spaces and get to know the team behind Independent Space Index 2025. Pick up the printed festival guide, compare notes with fellow festival goers, and join others in a tour of the spaces after the talks.

Sponsored by W24