TakhshĪna تخشينة
In the Egyptian dialect, the word "Takhshīnaتخشينة" describes an object used to restore the functionality and support the stability of a household item, such as a wobbly table or door, most closely translated as the word "Spahn". The programme Takhshīna comprises different activities at the premises of the Goethe-Institut in Bustan which provide the independent cultural scene in Cairo with a similar aid to this small accessory of everyday Egyptian life.
The following spatial facilities can be used for art project related workshops, rehearsals, sessions, and the development of other forms of art projects: Studio Takhshīna, Atelier Takhshīna³ and Annex Takhshīna4.
The curated programme with regular exhibitions in Gallery Takshīna² allows to discover new artistic positions and approaches from Egypt, the MENA region and Germany. Supplementary, you will find in Lounge Takhshīna5 activities and information on changing current topics.
application process
Twice a year, artists, art practitioners and groups can apply to use one of the following spatial facilities: Studio Takhshīna, Atelier Takhshīna³ or Space Takhshīna4.
If you want to use one of the spatial facilities (Studio Takhshīna, Atelier Takhshīna³ or Space Takhshīna4) between April and July 2024 apply HERE.
Application Deadline: Thursday 4.04.2024, 6pm.
Spatial facility
All spatial facilities of the programme Takhshīna are located in the Villa Bustan, 5 Bustan Street, Downtown Cairo. The villa was built in 1920 when Ahmed Mohamed Mazloum Pasha came to Cairo and bought by Germany in 1961 for the Goethe-Institut. Since then, the building has witnessed many historical moments and has become an important cultural centre alongside other important cultural institutions in Downtown Cairo.