St. Anne's Museum Quarter

St. Anne's Museum Quarter is a restored monastery building from the 16th century that now functions as a museum. It displays medieval art collections spread across several connected buildings with various exhibition rooms and spaces.

The building was constructed in the early 16th century as a convent for unmarried daughters of wealthy families. It later became a poorhouse before eventually transforming into a museum in the 20th century.

The collection reflects the religious life of Lübeck's wealthy citizens through altarpieces and liturgical objects that once filled the city's churches. These works show how faith shaped daily practice and artistic expression in medieval times.

The visit works best on quieter weekdays when the rooms are less crowded and you can take time with the works. The grounds are connected by stairs, so comfortable footwear is advisable.

The courtyard and adjacent gardens reveal through their design how the community changed over centuries. These open spaces were where daily life unfolded for residents and reveal the social structures of different eras.

Location: Lübeck

Inception: 1915

Official opening: 2013

Website: https://museumsquartier-st-annen.de

GPS coordinates: 53.86278,10.68917

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00