Galerie Stihl Waiblingen

Galerie Stihl Waiblingen (www.peter-oppenlaender.de)

Opened in May 2008, Galerie Stihl Waiblingen is a municipal exhibition venue specialising in the presentation of works on and made from paper. Since its opening, the gallery’s high-quality and varied programme has attracted over 450,000 visitors to Waiblingen.

The gallery’s name pays tribute to the generous donation from the Eva Mayr-Stihl Foundation, which made the building’s construction possible, whilst also referring to the institution’s sponsor, the town of Waiblingen. Together with the neighbouring Unteres Remstal Art School and the House of Local History, which opened in 2014, the gallery forms a cultural hub between the historic town walls and the banks of the River Rems.

In this way, the town of Waiblingen positions itself nationally and across the region as a significant venue for the presentation and promotion of art and culture.

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People with restricted mobility and wheelchair users

All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - accessible for people with walking disabilities and partially accessible for wheelchair users".

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

There is a designated parking space for people with disabilities.
The “Galerie Waiblingen” bus stop is located 50 meters away.
The building is accessible without steps.
All rooms and facilities available to guests are accessible at ground level.
All doors and passageways available to guests are at least 90 cm wide.
The ticket counter is 85 cm high.
Most of the exhibits can be viewed while seated, and most information can be read while seated.
A public restroom for people with disabilities is available, which is accessible from one side (at least 80 cm). Folding grab bars are available to the left and right of the restroom.
Guided tours are offered for people with mobility impairments and wheelchair users. Advance registration is required.
Mobile or fixed seating is available for use during the tour. The entire route is step-free.

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People with hearing impairments and deaf people

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

The alarm is clearly visible in the exhibition area.
There is no audio induction loop system.
Information on the exhibits is predominately provided in writing.
There are no guided tours available for people with hearing impairment and deaf people.

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People with visual impairments and blind people

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

Assistance dogs are welcome.
The entrance area is designed with high visual contrast.
The signage (for wayfinding) is designed with easily readable, high-contrast lettering.
All elevated areas accessible to guests are illuminated with bright, glare-free lighting.
Information about the exhibits is presented with high visual contrast.
Seating is available.
Information is not available in raised lettering or Braille.
Guided tours are not offered for people with visual impairments or blind people.

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People with cognitive impairments

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

The gallery’s name is clearly visible from the outside.
The destinations of the paths are within sight, or path markers are placed at a distance that ensures they are always visible.
Information about the exhibits is provided primarily or exclusively in writing, but not in easy-to-read or simplified language.
Seating is available.
Guided tours are offered for people with cognitive impairments. Advance registration is required.
The content (e.g., exhibits) of the guided tour for people with cognitive impairments is easy to understand or is explained in an easy-to-understand manner (e.g., using visuals).

Evaluation report: Download as PDF