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When: Every day 10am & 12pm every day
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What makes the Jewish Museum in Berlin a must-visit destination?

by | Oct 22, 2024 | Walking Tour

Do you have passion for history, culture and museum? So if you are one of those or simply an enthusiast or curious about Jewish people, the Jewish Museum in Berlin, Germany is a must see. This museum is a striking combination of architectural curiosity, fact-spreading display, and emotional narration. To that end, this blog post will examine important elements as to why people should consider visiting Jewish Museum in the future.

The Building: A Masterpiece of Architecture

The Jewish Museum is one of the most significant contemporary museums all over the world and located in the building, which was designed by the world’s famous architect Daniel Libeskind. When you are going to the façade of the museum you will see that the building is made primarily of zinc, has some zigzagging lines and very sharp angles. The concept of the architecture of the museum is a metaphor to reflect the difficult history of Germans’ Jewish population.

Exhibits and Collections

The museum has a large display of artifacts that date from more than two thousand years of Jewish history and arts. Every instalment is thought through to the detail and serves as a source of curiosity and direction about the Jewish history.

Permanent Exhibition: The “Axis of Exile and Holocaust”

The core of the exhibited heuristic space, around which the whole museum is built, is the permanent exposition, helping the visitor orient in the history of the Jewish people in Germany from the Middle Ages to the tragedy of the Holocaust. Using life narratives, artefacts, photographs and other features of a museum, it presents the stories in an interesting mannequin.

Temporary Exhibitions

But that’s not all, the Jewish Museum also has temporary exhibitions that give more insights on the Jewish history, culture, and present day issues. Thanks to these temporary exhibits which change their location periodically, visitors of the museum see something different each time.

Garden of Exile and Holocaust Tower The Garden of Exile is an art installation that symbolizes Nazi concentration and forced exile camps for people in Poles of occupied Europe.

When visiting the museum one has to see Garden of Exile and Holocaust Tower. The Garden of Exile is an intellectual site proposed for an outdoor installation of 49 concrete columns of varying heights and angles to depict the confusion and dispersion of the Jews of the Holocaust. Holocaust Tower is in contrast a somber and rather minimalistic location for memorial and contemplation.

Visitor Amenities

To make your visit to the Jewish Museum as enjoyable as possible, the museum provides a range of amenities:

  • Besides audio tours in different languages
  • Guided tours and workshops
  • A children’s museum for the young customers

proper noun A business premise specializing in the sale of books of Jewish interest and theme.

A Restaurant that serves yummy original Jewish foods in line with kosher normative.

Practical Information

If you’re planning a trip to the Jewish Museum in Berlin, here are a few important details to keep in mind:

  • Address: Berlin: Lindenstraße 9-14, , 10969
  • Opening Hours:
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Admission Fees:
  • Regular: €8.00
  • Reduced: €3.00 (student, senior citizens & physically challenged visitors).
  • 2% discount for seniors, Group of 30+ people, students Free admission on the first Monday of each month

Always visit the museum website for the latest general opening hours, any changes to the visiting hours and temporary shutdowns and special events.

In Conclusion

The stellar quality of both exhibitions and experiences, and the opportunities of a historical and contemporary Jewish Museum in Berlin for different groups of individual is ineffable. Due to its stimulating work, the unusual form and appreciation of Jewish heritage and traditions, the museum have become an impressive and significant landmark in Berlin. It is very disappointing to travel all the way only to find that the university is closed, thus missing the great chance to learn much more about Jewish tradition.

Thank you for reading. If you're inspired by the stories of Berlin and want to delve deeper, why not join us on our Free Berlin Walking Tour? It's a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the city's rich history and vibrant culture. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • 3.5 hours walking tour
  • Berlin’s major highlights
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Reichstag and Berlin Wall
  • Historical sites

Free Walking Tour Berlin

When: Every day 10am & 12pm every day
Where: The meeting point is in front of the ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt Berlin, Oranienburger Straße, 10117 Berlin, Germany, next to the entrance.
Price: Free