How did my "village" vote in the past? in Schwerin: Historical Elections Live at the Cultural Forum

Historical Elections, New Perspectives: An Evening that Brings Mecklenburg to Life

On June 29, 2026, the Schleswig-Holstein House Cultural Forum in Schwerin will open its doors for an event that cleverly links history and the present. Under the title How did my "village" vote in the past? – Historical Elections in Mecklenburg, the State Center for Political Education Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and the Mecklenburg Foundation will present a newly developed digital electoral atlas regarding the state elections in Mecklenburg-Schwerin between 1919 and 1932.

When Electoral Data Becomes a Witness of Time

The presentation will take the audience into the political upheaval of the Weimar Republic. Dr. Martin Buchsteiner and Paula Fritsche from the University of Greifswald will show how regional electoral landscapes have changed, where continuities remain visible, and what historical electoral data reveals about democratic developments. This creates an event experience that connects expertise, political education, and regional history in a dense, atmospheric form.

Discussion with a Focus on the Present

Following this, there will be a discussion round featuring Prof. Hubertus Buchstein, Prof. Wolfgang Muno, Prof. Jochen Müller, and Dr. Steffen Schoon. Moderated by Jochen Schmidt, the panel will look at the significance of historical analyses for today's political dynamics in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. This is where the evening reveals its special strength: it does not stop at the past but bridges to today's questions.

A Venue with Appropriate Charisma

The Schleswig-Holstein House Cultural Forum at Puschkinstraße 12 is perfectly suited for formats related to history, culture, and political education. The venue is located centrally in Schwerin, is accessible, and combines historical charm with a clear event framework. For lectures, discussion formats, and cultural-historical presentations, the location provides the ideal setting for focused listening and lively debates.

Knowledge That Becomes Openly Accessible

Especially attractive for everyone interested in the history of democracy, electoral research, and regional history: the digital electoral atlas will be made available at the end of the event and subsequently be accessible through the Virtual State Museum Mecklenburg-Vorpommern as well as the State Center for Political Education Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Thus, the evening remains relevant even beyond the date.

Conclusion

Anyone who wants to experience political history, scientific classification, and regional identity in a compact lecture and discussion format should mark this evening. The event promises well-founded insights, current references, and a special experience in the historical ambiance of the Cultural Forum. Historical elections are not only explained here but made newly experienceable.

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• State Capital Schwerin - How did my village vote in the past? Historical Elections in Mecklenburg
• State Capital Schwerin - Schleswig-Holstein House Cultural Forum
• Mecklenburg Foundation - The Mecklenburg Foundation
• Mecklenburg Foundation - Schleswig-Holstein House and Opening Hours
• State Center for Political Education Mecklenburg-Vorpommern - Official Website