Overview

• The Leipziger Baumwollspinnerei, once Continental Europe's largest cotton mill, has evolved into a fully occupied art and creative complex since its first galleries opened in 2005.
• This weekend's Spring Rundgang commemorates 20 years of galleries, featuring works by Neo Rauch, Rosa Loy, and Franziska Holstein in key exhibitions.
• The site maintains affordable rents of 4–6 €/sqm, attracting both artists and diverse tenants such as a wine merchant, architects, and a call center.
• Despite challenges from the pandemic, the Ukraine war, and inflation, the Baumwollspinnerei continues to draw international attention as a cultural landmark.
• Arne Linde, the Spinnerei's first female gallerist, reflects on two decades of growth and collaboration in a space praised for its creative freedom and community spirit.