Begas Haus, Museum and historic site in Heinsberg, Germany
Begas Haus is a museum and historic site in Heinsberg that displays artworks from the renowned Begas artist family. The collections include sculptures, paintings, and regional historical objects distributed across multiple exhibition spaces.
The building dates from the 18th century and reopened in 2014 after extensive renovations. The expansion included integrating the neighboring Lennartz house to create additional exhibition space.
The building showcases works by the Begas artist family, who created sculptures and paintings across multiple generations. Visitors encounter religious artwork and regional objects that document this family's artistic legacy.
The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 14:00 to 17:00 and Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00. Wheelchair accessibility is available throughout the building for all visitors.
At the museum entrance stands a bust of Kaiser Wilhelm I originally placed at Heinsberg market square in 1908. It was taken down in 1942 and now serves as a displayed historical object telling a story of changing times.
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