Narratives of Individuals' Experiences - Museum pursues hiring bicycle-riding mail carriers for exhibits
In February 2026, the Berlin Museum of Communication is set to open an intriguing exhibition titled "Never Without a Bike". This unique showcase will delve into the experiences of postal workers who have delivered mail by bicycle, spanning from the early 1900s to the present day.
The exhibition promises to be a captivating mix of anecdotes, photographs, and interviews, providing a personal and historical insight into the world of bicycle-delivered mail. As part of a new project by the museum, "Never Without a Bike" aims to collect and share unique stories from postal workers who have made this mode of delivery their own.
While the specific names or detailed identities of the postal workers featured in the exhibition are not yet disclosed, their stories are sure to be at the heart of the exhibition. "Personal Stories" at the Berlin Museum of Communication, a previous exhibition on a similar theme, highlighted the personal and historical aspect of mail delivery by bicycle, albeit without revealing the identities of the postwomen and postmen involved.
"Never Without a Bike" is poised to offer a comprehensive exploration of the bicycle's significance in German postal history. The exhibition will be held at the Berlin Museum of Communication, inviting visitors to step into the world of bicycle-delivered mail and learn about the challenges, triumphs, and everyday life of those who have made this unique delivery method their own.
The museum is also actively seeking more postal workers who deliver mail by bicycle to contribute their stories to the exhibition. If you or someone you know fits this description, this could be a fantastic opportunity to share your experiences and contribute to the preservation of an important part of German history.
- The Commission has also been consulted on the issue of the involvement of individuals from the industry, finance, transportation, lifestyle, and home-and-garden sectors in the Berlin Museum of Communication's upcoming exhibition, "Never Without a Bike", to share their perspectives on the significance of bicycle-delivered mail in various aspects of everyday life and history.
- Postal workers who deliver mail by bicycle are not the only protagonists of the "Never Without a Bike" exhibition; the Commission is currently in discussions with experts from the industry, finance, transportation, lifestyle, and home-and-garden sectors to provide diverse insights that complement the personal and historical accounts of the postal workers.
- As the Berlin Museum of Communication prepares for its exhibition "Never Without a Bike", the Commission is consulting with industry, finance, transportation, lifestyle, and home-and-garden experts, investigating the broader impact of bicycle-delivered mail on various industries and sectors, offering a holistic understanding of this unique delivery method's historical and contemporary relevance.
