Marburger Kunstverein, Art museum in Marburg, Germany.
The Marburger Kunstverein is an art museum with around 525 square meters (5,650 sq ft) of exhibition space. The rooms display contemporary paintings, sculptures, photography, and installations.
The museum opened in 1953 and became a key center for art presentation in the Marburg region. It played an important role in supporting contemporary art shows and dialogue locally.
The museum displays works by artists from Germany and across the world. Visitors encounter pieces from emerging creators alongside established names.
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 to 17, with later hours until 20 on Wednesday. Give yourself time to explore the galleries at a relaxed pace.
The museum runs an Artothek where members can borrow artworks to take home. This allows art enthusiasts to live with pieces for extended periods and experience them in daily life.
Location: Marburg
Inception: 1953
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday,Holidays 11:00-17:00; Wednesday 11:00-20:00
Website: http://marburger-kunstverein.de
GPS coordinates: 50.80880,8.77311
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:46
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