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KW Institute for Contemporary Art

ArtOpen until 7pmFrom €10Oranienburger Straße (S1, S2, S25, S26)

KW Institute for Contemporary Art was founded in 1991 by Klaus Biesenbach in a disused margarine factory on Auguststraße, a listed courtyard complex in Berlin-Mitte. With no permanent collection, it stages changing exhibitions, performances and talks by established and emerging artists, and it organises the Berlin Biennale. Commissioned works live in its public spaces, including Dan Graham's mirrored pavilion housing Café Bravo in the courtyard.

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Getting there

Auguststraße 69, 10117 Berlin

Nearest station: Oranienburger Straße (S1, S2, S25, S26), Rosenthaler Platz (U8), Oranienburger Tor (U6)

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Hours

Mon11:00–19:00
TueClosed
Wed11:00–19:00
Thu11:00–19:00
FriToday11:00–19:00
Sat11:00–19:00
Sun11:00–19:00

Admission

From €10

Accessibility

Listed building, only partially accessible for visitors with limited mobility; KW asks for an email a week ahead to plan a visit.

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Visitor Information

How much does KW Institute for Contemporary Art cost?
Standard adult admission to KW Institute for Contemporary Art is €10. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of KW Institute for Contemporary Art?
KW Institute for Contemporary Art is open Wed–Mon 11:00–19:00, closed Tuesdays. One Free Thursday a month open until 21:00 with free admission. Closed 24–26 and 31 December 2026 and 1 January 2027.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is KW Institute for Contemporary Art?
KW Institute for Contemporary Art is located at Auguststraße 69, 10117 Berlin, in the Mitte (Spandauer Vorstadt) area of Berlin. The nearest stations are Oranienburger Straße (S1, S2, S25, S26), Rosenthaler Platz (U8), Oranienburger Tor (U6).
What can I see at KW Institute for Contemporary Art?
A former margarine factory in Mitte turned Berlin's contemporary art powerhouse and home base of the Berlin Biennale. Current highlights include Kyiv Biennial: A Bird That Cannot Land, Judith Hopf: Stepping Stairs (2018), KOO JEONG A: OUSSSEAN.
Do I need to book KW Institute for Contemporary Art 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 KW Institute for Contemporary Art?
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.
Is KW Institute for Contemporary Art accessible?
Listed building, only partially accessible for visitors with limited mobility; KW asks for an email a week ahead to plan a visit.