Martin-Gropius-Bau

The Martin-Gropius-Bau features a quadratic ground plan with sides measuring 70 meters, surrounding an atrium decorated with detailed mosaics and coats of arms.

Constructed between 1877 and 1881 by architects Martin Gropius and Heino Schmieden, the building initially served as Berlin's Museum of Applied Arts until World War I.

The exhibition spaces regularly present international contemporary art, photography, and multimedia installations, establishing connections between different artistic disciplines and cultural perspectives.

Located near Potsdamer Platz with wheelchair accessibility, the museum welcomes visitors from Wednesday through Monday between 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

During Germany's division, the museum stood directly at the border between East and West Berlin, marking a physical intersection of the city's separated territories.

Location: Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

Inception: 1881

Architects: Martin Gropius, Heino Schmieden

Official opening: 1881

Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Berliner Festspiele

Address: Niederkirchnerstraße 7, 10963 Berlin 10963

Opening Hours: Wednesday-Monday 10:00-19:00; Tuesday off

Phone: +4930254860

Website: http://berlinerfestspiele.de/de/aktuell/festivals/gropiusbau/ueber_uns_mgb/aktuell_mgb/start.php

GPS coordinates: 52.50660,13.38180

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:10