Carl-Maria-von-Weber-Museum

The Carl-Maria-von-Weber-Museum occupies a single-family house from the early 1800s and contains musical scores, letters, and period furniture throughout its rooms. The spaces show how a composer of that era arranged his home and organized his daily life.

The composer lived from 1786 to 1826 and played a central role in developing German opera during the Romantic era. His influence shaped later composers and left a lasting mark on the course of European music.

The museum reveals the personality and daily life of a major composer through letters and personal objects that shaped his artistic vision. Visitors gain insight into how a Romantic era artist thought and lived beyond his work at the piano.

The museum sits in a quiet residential area and is easily reached on foot with a Dresden map or directions. Visitors should expect an intimate setting with a smaller collection, which allows for unhurried viewing and reflection.

The house was not originally connected to the composer but was later established as a memorial space. This transformation shows how an ordinary residential building became a place for preserving artistic legacy.

Location: Dresden

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Part of: Museen der Stadt Dresden

Address: Dresdner Straße 44, 01326 Dresden OT Hosterwitz

Opening Hours: Holidays,Wednesday-Sunday 12:00-17:00

Website: https://stmd.de/webermuseum

GPS coordinates: 51.01680,13.86450

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:24