Wilhelm Busch Museum, Art museum in Georgengarten, Germany
Description
The Wilhelm Busch Museum is located in the Georgenpalais, an 18th-century palace surrounded by gardens in northern Hannover. The building houses a large collection of caricatures, comics, and satirical drawings spanning several centuries.
History
The museum was founded in 1937 and survived World War II because the collection was moved to safety before bombing raids in 1943. After the war, the building was reconstructed and the works returned to their home.
Culture
The museum displays works that portray everyday people with wit and critique, inviting viewers to smile at the observations. The galleries show how artists across generations have commented on social conditions through humor and satire.
Practical
Visitors can explore permanent exhibitions, participate in drawing workshops, or join programs designed for schools and groups. The surrounding gardens offer a pleasant place to walk between viewing the collections.
Did you know?
The museum holds the largest collection of works by German artist Wilhelm Busch, whose comic character Max and Moritz became known worldwide. These works reveal the origins of modern comics and caricature in Germany.
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