Museum of Photography

The Museum of Photography occupies a former military officers' building from the early 20th century located next to Zoologischer Garten station in Berlin. The space hosts both permanent and temporary exhibitions covering photography from its earliest forms to contemporary work.

The building was constructed in 1909 as a military officers' mess for the Landwehr and served this purpose for many decades. In 2004 it underwent major renovation to become one of the world's leading photography museums.

The museum houses a permanent exhibition of Helmut Newton's work that reflects his personal vision and approach to fashion and portrait photography. The collection shows how this photographer expanded the boundaries of the medium and introduced new ways of seeing through images.

The museum is open several days a week in both morning and afternoon hours, giving visitors flexible timing for their visit. Its location near Zoologischer Garten makes it easy to combine a tour with other activities in the area.

The museum features rotating exhibitions of photographers like Joseph Breitenbach and Rico Puhlmann that extend beyond fashion photography alone. These changing displays keep the experience fresh and introduce visitors to diverse photographic voices and traditions.

Location: Berlin

Inception: 2004

Official opening: June 3, 2004

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Operator: Staatliche Museen Berlin

Part of: Staatliche Museen zu Berlin

Address: Jebensstraße 2, 10623 Berlin

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday,Friday-Sunday 11:00-19:00; Thursday 11:00-20:00

Phone: +4930266424242

Website: https://smb.museum/museen-einrichtungen/museum-fuer-fotografie/home

GPS coordinates: 52.50814,13.33207

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49