Adornodenkmal

The Adornodenkmal is a transparent glass cube located at the Westend Campus of Frankfurt University. Inside sits a desk, chair, and objects that recreate the workspace environment of philosopher Theodor W. Adorno.

The memorial was created in 2003 to honor the 100th birthday of influential German philosopher and music theorist Theodor W. Adorno. It stands as a tribute to one of the major thinkers of the 20th century.

Quotes from Adorno's major writings are engraved on marble slabs surrounding the memorial. These inscriptions invite visitors to engage with the philosopher's key ideas and reflect on his intellectual contributions.

The memorial sits openly on campus and is visible from outside, allowing visitors to view it without special arrangements. You can walk around the glass structure to see it from different angles.

A metronome continuously ticks diagonally on a book inside the cube, reflecting Adorno's deep engagement with music theory. This simple detail shows how integral music and philosophy were to his thinking.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

GPS coordinates: 50.12817,8.66754

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00