The Neustadtzentrum has undergone extensive renovations since December 2020. Now that the work is complete, the facility is once again opening its doors to the public at Goethestraße 7. At a courtyard celebration on Sunday, August 30, Mayor Nino Haase and Jana Schmöller, Commissioner for Children and Youth, celebrated the return of the Neustadtzentrum to its original location together with residents, staff, clubs, and partners. 

“The Neustadtzentrum is back! I’m delighted that this central location in Mainz’s Neustadt district is once again coming to life after the renovation phase and is open to children, youth, clubs, and everyone from the neighborhood and beyond,” says Mayor Nino Haase. 

“Children and youth need places where they feel welcome. At the Neustadt Center, they can meet friends and get active or creative together. And when they need support, the educational staff are there for them,” emphasizes Jana Schmöller, Head of the Department for Children and Youth.  “I’m delighted that this program has now returned to its familiar location in Neustadt.” 

The historic building, constructed in 1905, was thoroughly redesigned and structurally upgraded as part of the renovation. In the process, the building’s historic elements were preserved and integrated with the requirements for modern, accessible use. Among other things, a second stairwell and an elevator were installed, the building’s technical systems were completely replaced, and the building underwent energy-efficiency upgrades. The outdoor area was also redesigned.

During the renovation work, historic columns were discovered near the main entrance, uncovered, and integrated into the new design concept. “This is a wonderful example of how history and the future come together in this building,” said Haase.

The Neustadtzentrum’s main facilities are also back in their original locations. The large and small halls are available for rehearsals, events, and celebrations. The ground floor once again houses the club rooms as well as the offices of the institutions based in the building. The Children’s and Youth Center will be located on the second floor in the future.

The Neustadt Center is a facility operated by the state capital of Mainz and serves as a community center of sorts in the Neustadt district. In addition to the Children’s and Youth Center, the building offers space for programs and facilities in the areas of culture, education, and social services. Clubs, associations, and other institutions use the premises for their work and events. Private individuals can also rent the halls for events, conferences, and celebrations.

A particular focus is on open children’s and youth programs. The Neustadt Center is aimed at children, adolescents, and young adults and offers, among other things, recreational, sports, and creative activities, educational programs, and individual counseling for personal, family, school, or career-related issues. The offerings include, for example, the open space “FreiRaum,” mobile sports and games programs, vacation programs, and the girls’ club. The team also conducts outreach in the neighborhood and works closely with schools, clubs, associations, and other institutions.