What history moves you?
Hello, I'm Ann-Kathrin Rahlwes, a freelance historian based in Frankfurt am Main. I can help you find historical records about people, families or companies and tell their story in a simple, clear and compelling way.
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How can I support you?
Finding historical records
Understanding old documents & photographs
Telling history compellingly
My Motivation
Those who engage with history understand the connections between the past and the present, and can develop strategies for the future. Central is the question: how can we shape the future according to our values and ideas?
About meMy Approach
I want to inspire people to engage with history and encourage them to explore historical topics. That is why it is important to me to communicate history in a simple, clear and exciting way. I rely on sound knowledge, innovative topics and methods such as storytelling.
My Education
I studied Political Science, Medieval and Modern History, and Philosophy, and have been involved in historical-political education for many years. This continues to influence my work today: my exhibition concepts are inclusive and participatory, and in research I am interested in social history approaches.
My Focus
I research biographies and family histories and engage with mementos, correspondence and memoirs. I am interested in: Who were the people who came before us? How did they live and work? What mattered to them? What did they do to change their situation?
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What clients say
"Ann-Kathrin Rahlwes is an absolute professional, extremely creative, and cultivates a very pleasant communication style. She's fun and interesting to work with."
"Ann-Kathrin Rahlwes joined the design of our permanent exhibition at an advanced stage and noticeably enriched the further process with her sound expertise and experience in communicating recent migration history."
Journal
In my journal I regularly report on my work and give tips for historical research on biographies and the communication of historical knowledge.
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