A beloved bronze sculpture known as "The Newspaper Reader" has been relocated from its longtime home in the Cultural House Garden in Lüdenscheid, Germany, to make room for new recreational facilities including a pump track and small sports field. The artwork, created by renowned sculptor Karl Heinz Biederbick, was carefully removed from its original location along with its foundation as part of an ongoing redesign project for the area.
The relocation took place on Thursday as construction workers from the contracted company undertook the delicate task of excavating and moving the bronze sculpture. The artwork, which was originally donated by the local newspaper LN (Lüdenscheider Nachrichten), had occupied its spot in the Cultural House Garden for many years before the redevelopment plans necessitated its move.
According to city spokesperson Sven Helmig, the sculpture will be given a new permanent home within the same park area, but positioned further down toward Freiherr-vom-Stein Street. This new location will allow visitors to continue enjoying the artistic piece while accommodating the planned recreational improvements to the garden space.
The relocation is part of a broader initiative to modernize and enhance the Cultural House Garden with new amenities that will serve the community's recreational needs. The addition of a pump track and small playing field represents the city's commitment to providing diverse recreational opportunities for residents of all ages.
City officials have emphasized that while "The Newspaper Reader" required relocation due to the specific placement of the new facilities, other artworks throughout the park will remain in their current positions. This selective approach ensures that the garden maintains its cultural character while incorporating modern recreational elements that will benefit the local community for years to come.
