Maximilianmuseum, City museum in Augsburg, Germany
The Maximilianmuseum occupies a 15th-century patrician house spread across three floors, filled with sculptures, goldsmith work, and scientific instruments spanning multiple historical periods. The rooms showcase objects that reflect the city's strong tradition in craftsmanship and art.
The institution was founded in 1855 and named after Bavarian King Maximilian II the following year, becoming the first municipal art museum of its kind in Bavaria. This founding marked the beginning of a new approach to public collection of regional craftsmanship in the area.
The Viermetzhof courtyard displays original sculptures that once decorated public squares in Augsburg, now housed under a modern glass roof. This arrangement merges the city's artistic heritage with contemporary design in a direct way.
Visiting on quiet weekdays works best when the rooms are less crowded and you can spend time with the details without feeling rushed. Thursday evenings offer additional hours for a more relaxed visit after standard working hours.
A lapidarium within the museum preserves architectural elements, decorative pieces, and grave monuments from demolished or damaged buildings around Augsburg. This collection tells the story of structures that shaped the city but no longer exist.
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