Frankfurter Kunstverein, Contemporary art museum in Römerberg, Germany
The Frankfurter Kunstverein occupies a building with multiple galleries stacked across several levels, each presenting temporary exhibitions of contemporary work. The spaces hold diverse presentations from emerging artists, including digital projects, sculptures, and experimental installations that change regularly.
The association was founded in 1829 by Frankfurt citizens seeking to build public interest in art and artistic creation. It grew from these roots to become a major player in supporting contemporary artists and experimental work across generations.
The association serves as a hub for contemporary artistic experiments and new perspectives from artists working today. Visitors encounter works that engage with modern life and current thinking across painting, installation, and other media.
The building sits in Frankfurt's central market square area and is easy to find among the historic architecture. Plan to spend at least an hour or two walking through the different levels and exhibition rooms at a comfortable pace.
A painted staircase inside the building features a permanent mural called 'Treppenhaus II Experimenta 4 1971' created by artist Blinky Palermo. This artwork transforms the functional stairway into an experience of color and form that visitors encounter as they move between floors.
Location: Frankfurt
Inception: 1829
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Markt 44, 60311 Frankfurt am Main
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11:00-19:00; Thursday 11:00-21:00
Phone: +49692193140
Email: post@fkv.de
Website: https://fkv.de
GPS coordinates: 50.11078,8.68299
Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:01
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