Stiftung Marktkirche zum Heiligen Geist Clausthal
About the funder
The Stiftung Marktkirche zum Heiligen Geist Clausthal was established in October 2010 by the Evangelical Lutheran Parish of Clausthal with an initial capital of €50. Its purpose is the permanent preservation, protection, and documentation of the Marktkirche zum Heiligen Geist – the largest wooden church in Germany and a significant Baroque architectural monument in Northern Germany. It supports both structural measures on the church building and its interior fittings as well as church musical and cultural offerings within the church. Important projects include the interior renovation (2019–2022), the construction of the new Goll organ (2022), and continuation and outreach initiatives related to church, music, and culture.
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Mission & Vision
Under the motto "preserve – promote – convey," the foundation is committed to maintaining the Marktkirche as a vibrant place of worship and cultural space. It aims to safeguard historic building fabric and art treasures, enable contemporary ecclesiastical and cultural use, and offer visitors a place of tranquility, reflection, music, and communal encounter.
Target groups
Funding is primarily provided to the Evangelical Lutheran Parish of Clausthal, church musicians, organ patrons, and cultural creators who carry out projects in and for the Marktkirche. The foundation also targets donors and supporters committed to preserving the historic house of worship, as well as visitors and congregations who benefit from musical and cultural events.