Matthias-Erzberger-Haus, Government building on Unter den Linden, Berlin, Germany
The Matthias-Erzberger-Haus is a government building in Mitte at the corner of Unter den Linden and Wilhelmstrasse, displaying a modern steel-concrete frame structure with a facade of industrial elements and Schönbrunn sandstone. Inside, it houses offices for Bundestag representatives and retail spaces on the lower floors.
The building was constructed in 1961 during East Germany's era as the Ministry of Education, representing socialist state architecture. Following German reunification, it underwent comprehensive renovation between 1993 and 1994 and was repurposed for its current use.
The building was renamed in 2017 to honor Matthias Erzberger, a Center Party politician known for his role as a mediator in critical moments of German history. The name reflects his importance in negotiations and reforms during the Weimar Republic.
The building sits at a central intersection in the government quarter and is easily accessible on foot from the subway. The retail spaces on the ground floor are open to visitors, while the office areas in the upper floors are not open to public viewing.
A portrait bust by artist Bertrand Freiesleben stands before the building and was installed in 2021 to mark a significant historical anniversary. The sculpture serves as a quiet memorial to an important political figure.
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