Step into a world where mortality meets its match at KBH.G Basel’s latest exhibition, curated by the visionary Michael Schindhelm. In a setting reminiscent of a post-apocalyptic hospital, visitors are invited to ponder the age-old question: What if people stopped dying?
Schindhelm’s collaboration with Raphael Suter transforms the gallery into a haunting landscape, complete with graffiti-covered walls and eerie installations. As visitors navigate through the dimly lit space, they’re immersed in a thought-provoking exploration of life, death, and the possibility of eternal existence.
The exhibition features film installations and scientific research, prompting viewers to consider a world where mortality is a thing of the past. Through thought-provoking videos and interactive displays, Schindhelm challenges us to imagine a future where aging is reversed and immortality becomes a reality.
But the journey doesn’t end there. In the “Waking Room,” visitors are brought back to reality as they lounge on hospital cots and watch a documentary featuring leading researchers in the field of aging. Nobel Prize winner Venki Ramakrishnan sheds light on the remarkable advancements being made in science, offering hope for a future where aging is not inevitable.
As visitors exit the exhibition, they’re left pondering the ethical implications of extending life. Is immortality a blessing or a curse? Schindhelm leaves us with the timeless reminder to “Carpe Diem,” urging us to seize the moments that define our lives, regardless of what the future may hold.
Don’t miss your chance to explore The End of Aging at KBH.G Basel until July 21, 2024. It’s a journey you won’t soon forget.”
