Poetry Albums Past and Present in Eppingen: Memory as a Living Exhibition Journey

Poetry albums as silent time capsules in the Eppingen Town Hall

The exhibition Because I Don't Want to Be Forgotten - Poetry Albums, Past and Present opens a poetic view on memory, friendship, and cultural self-representation in the gallery at the Town Hall. It can be seen from October 22, 2026, to January 15, 2027, during the Town Hall's opening hours; admission is free. ([eppingen.de](https://www.eppingen.de/freizeit-kultur/veranstaltungskalender/1007/ausstellung-weil-ich-nicht-moecht-vergessen-sein/termin-14564))

Between handwriting, image, and feeling

Poetry albums and friendship books are more than nostalgic souvenirs. They connect handwriting, sayings, decorative images, and dried flowers into a quiet form of self-affirmation. The exhibition reminds us that the poetry album began in the 16th century as an album amicorum and later became a social medium where education, belonging, and aesthetic taste became visible. ([eppingen.de](https://www.eppingen.de/freizeit-kultur/veranstaltungskalender/1007/ausstellung-weil-ich-nicht-moecht-vergessen-sein/termin-14564))

An exhibition with cultural-historical depth

Upon entering the space, visitors encounter an exhibition that artfully intertwines everyday culture and art appreciation. The historical perspective on poetry albums opens questions regarding memory culture, female and civic educational worlds, and the imagery of small formats. As a result, the gallery at the Town Hall becomes a place of cultural education where aesthetic experience and historical contextualization directly connect. ([eppingen.de](https://www.eppingen.de/freizeit-kultur/veranstaltungskalender/1007/ausstellung-weil-ich-nicht-moecht-vergessen-sein/termin-14564))

Town Hall Gallery as a lively exhibition location

The gallery in the Town Hall stands in Eppingen for lively art encounters and is regularly used for cultural mediation. The Town Hall’s central location in the marketplace provides an easily accessible setting; the exhibition is accessible during usual Town Hall hours, weekdays in the mornings, and Thursday afternoons. ([eppingen.de](https://www.eppingen.de/freizeit-kultur/veranstaltungskalender/1007/ausstellung-weil-ich-nicht-moecht-vergessen-sein/termin-14564))

Visit, glance, and encounter

The tour promises no loud staging but a concentrated art experience. The proximity to the objects, the fine materials, and the personal traces of entries invite a slow contemplation of the works. Those interested in cultural history, museum work, and the poetic power of small things will find a particularly stimulating exhibition visit here. ([eppingen.de](https://www.eppingen.de/freizeit-kultur/veranstaltungskalender/1007/ausstellung-weil-ich-nicht-moecht-vergessen-sein/termin-14564))

Conclusion

This exhibition shows how tightly memory, written image, and societal codes are interwoven. Because I Don't Want to Be Forgotten is an invitation to rediscover the culture of the poetry album and to experience the delicate aesthetics of forgotten notes live in Eppingen. A visit is worthwhile for everyone seeking art, history, and human connection in a quiet, thoughtful format. ([eppingen.de](https://www.eppingen.de/freizeit-kultur/veranstaltungskalender/1007/ausstellung-weil-ich-nicht-moecht-vergessen-sein/termin-14564))

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Sources:

• City of Eppingen - Exhibition Because I Don't Want to Be Forgotten
• City of Eppingen - Social Media
• City of Eppingen - Overview
• City of Eppingen - Culture, Education, Sports, and Leisure Facilities