K21

K21 is an art museum in Düsseldorf housed in a building with a neoclassical facade, grand columns, and ornate ceiling decorations across three floors. The spaces combine the elegant original architecture with modern exhibition areas for artworks.

The building was constructed in 1880 as a parliament seat for regional administration and served this purpose for more than a century. A fundamental transformation in 2002 converted it into a center for contemporary art.

The building hosts rotating contemporary art exhibitions across multiple floors, connecting historical architecture with modern artistic expression. Visitors experience how the historic spaces come alive through new forms of art.

The museum spreads across multiple floors, so visitors should plan time for thorough exploration and wear comfortable shoes for walking. Information materials at the entrance help with orientation through the exhibition spaces.

A large glass dome was integrated into the original architecture, creating a striking modern contrast to the building's classical elements. This addition enables new perspectives on the art exhibitions and subtly changes the light within the rooms.

Location: Unterbilk

Part of: Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen

Address: Ständehausstraße 1, 40217 Düsseldorf

Website: https://kunstsammlung.de/de/exhibitions#k21

GPS coordinates: 51.21667,6.77389

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:51