Werner Mezger

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Werner Mezger is a German folklorist and cultural scholar at the University of Freiburg. His research focuses on European folk customs, particularly Advent and Christmas traditions as well as carnival culture. He has written extensively on the history and transformation of popular customs across the German-speaking world and beyond.

Upcoming · 1

Thu 5.11. 19:00 Mediathek, Oberkirch 8 €

More than Kitsch, Commerce and Candles? Customs of Advent and Christmas

A fascinating lecture on the traditions of Advent and Christmas across Europe, from their historical origins to modern secularization. Prof. Werner Mezger from the University of Freiburg explores the customs that have shaped our holidays for centuries.

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Past · 1

Thu 16.7. 19:00 Oberkircher Winzer eG, Oberkirch 8 €

Heimat and Traditional Costume: A Topic from Yesterday in Today's World?

A cultural-studies lecture by Prof. Dr. Werner Mezger from Freiburg on the concept of Heimat - its history, present-day relevance, and future in an age of migration, AI, and virtual space.

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Mediathek

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