Käthe Kollwitz Museum Berlin

What's On

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Ida Gerhardi – “… and everyone was dancing!”

About 40 paintings and drawings by Ida Gerhardi (1862–1927), mostly from her Paris years around 1905: expressive dance-hall scenes and self-portraits. Her first Berlin show in 25 years.

Now showing29 Aug – 1 Nov€8

Klaus Hack

Wood sculpture, reliefs, woodcuts and drawings by Klaus Hack (b. 1966), whose carved figures sit between surreal creatures and structural forms. Public opening Sunday 15 November 2026.

Upcoming16 Nov – 10 Jan 2027€8

Permanent Collections

Käthe Kollwitz – “And yet it is art”

The permanent display on the Theaterbau's first floor: around 100 prints, drawings and sculptures presenting Kollwitz as a graphic artist and sculptor, not only a political voice.

Permanent collection€8

Self-Portraits

Kollwitz's self-portraits, a passion of founder Hans Pels-Leusden and a core of the collection, starting with the laughing self-portrait en face of 1888/89.

Permanent collection€8

A Weavers' Revolt

Kollwitz's breakthrough print cycle (1893–97), inspired by Gerhart Hauptmann's play The Weavers: etchings and lithographs of hunger, uprising and death, held in the museum's collection.

Permanent collection€8

Nearby

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Museum Berggruen

Art3 min walk

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Bröhan-Museum

Design4 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Käthe Kollwitz Museum Berlin cost?

Standard adult admission to Käthe Kollwitz Museum Berlin is €8. €5 reduced; free under 18. Tickets at the museum ticket office only while online ticketing is being converted.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Käthe Kollwitz Museum Berlin?

Käthe Kollwitz Museum Berlin is open Daily 11:00–18:00, including Sundays and public holidays. Closed 24 and 31 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Käthe Kollwitz Museum Berlin?

Käthe Kollwitz Museum Berlin is located at Spandauer Damm 10, 14059 Berlin, in the Charlottenburg area of Berlin. The nearest stations are Westend (S41, S42, S46), Richard-Wagner-Platz (U7) and Klausenerplatz (bus M45, 309).

What can I see at Käthe Kollwitz Museum Berlin?

Käthe Kollwitz's prints, drawings and sculpture, now shown in the Theaterbau beside Schloss Charlottenburg. Current highlights include Käthe Kollwitz – “And yet it is art”, Self-Portraits and Ida Gerhardi – “… and everyone was dancing!”.

Do I need to book Käthe Kollwitz Museum Berlin 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 Käthe Kollwitz Museum Berlin?

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.