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Exterior of the Akademie der Künste building at Hanseatenweg in the Hansaviertel, Berlin

Akademie der Künste - Hanseatenweg

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ArchitectureArtOpens 10amFrom €10Bellevue (S-Bahn)

The Hanseatenweg building in the Hansaviertel was designed by Werner Düttmann and built in 1958-1960 as the seat of the West Berlin Academy of Arts. It now hosts exhibitions in upstairs halls, events, a bookshop and a café, and houses the Junge Akademie and the editorial office of Sinn und Form. It stands on the edge of the Tiergarten near Bellevue Palace.

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Film still from Feda Wardak's video installation for Metaxy

Metaxy: Between Destruction and Reconstruction

Autumn exhibition on how societies handle loss, guilt and memory after destruction, using the Hanseatenweg building and Hansaviertel history as its case.

Now showing10 Sept – 6 Dec€10

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Getting there

Hanseatenweg 10, 10557 Berlin

Nearest station: Bellevue (S-Bahn) and Hansaplatz (U9)

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Hours

Mon10:00–20:00
Tue10:00–20:00
WedToday10:00–20:00
Thu10:00–21:00
Fri10:00–20:00
Sat10:00–20:00
Sun10:00–20:00

Admission

From €10

Reduced EUR 7 with proof of eligibility; under-18s free on Tuesdays (autumn exhibition). Prices for the current exhibition.

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Visitor Information

How much does Akademie der Künste - Hanseatenweg cost?
Standard adult admission to Akademie der Künste - Hanseatenweg is €10. Reduced EUR 7 with proof of eligibility; under-18s free on Tuesdays (autumn exhibition). Prices for the current exhibition.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Akademie der Künste - Hanseatenweg?
Akademie der Künste - Hanseatenweg is open Building open daily 10:00-20:00. Exhibition halls have their own hours (currently Tue, Wed, Fri 14:00-19:00, Thu 14:00-21:00, Sat, Sun and holidays 12:00-19:00, Mon closed). Bookshop daily 10:00-19:00, Café Düttmann Tue-Sun 11:00-18:00.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Akademie der Künste - Hanseatenweg?
Akademie der Künste - Hanseatenweg is located at Hanseatenweg 10, 10557 Berlin, in the Hansaviertel area of Berlin. The nearest stations are Bellevue (S-Bahn) and Hansaplatz (U9).
What can I see at Akademie der Künste - Hanseatenweg?
Werner Düttmann's 1960 Hansaviertel building of the Academy of Arts, with exhibition halls, a bookshop and Café Düttmann. Current highlights include Metaxy: Between Destruction and Reconstruction.
Do I need to book Akademie der Künste - Hanseatenweg in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Akademie der Künste - Hanseatenweg?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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