Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism

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The Class Photo

A 1937 photo of 48 Jewish third-graders in Munich anchors a search into their fates: survival, flight, displacement, and loss under the Nazi regime.

Upcoming1 Dec – 16 Jan 2028Free

Permanent Collections

Munich and National Socialism

The core exhibition tracing the origins and rise of the Nazi movement in Munich, "capital of the movement," and the city's postwar reckoning with that legacy.

Permanent collectionFree

Burned Books

Photo series by Annette Kelm depicting books the Nazis banned as "un-German" and publicly burned in 1933, from famous and forgotten authors alike.

Permanent collectionFree

Brienner 45

Outdoor media artwork by Benjamin and Emanuel Heisenberg (2015): a film collage juxtaposing Nazi-era documents with historical and contemporary imagery on monitors arranged like ruined walls.

Permanent collectionFree

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Visitor Information

Is Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism free to visit?

Yes, general admission to Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism?

Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism is open Tue-Sun 10:00-19:00, closed Mondays (open on public holidays, including those falling on a Monday). Free admission.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism?

Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism is located at Max-Mannheimer-Platz 1, 80333 Munich, Germany, in the Maxvorstadt area of Munich. The nearest stations are Königsplatz (U2, U8), Karolinenplatz (Tram 27, 28) and Munich Hauptbahnhof.

What can I see at Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism?

Museum on the site of Hitler's former party HQ, confronting Munich's role as the "capital of the movement". Current highlights include Munich and National Socialism, Burned Books and The Class Photo.

Do I need to book Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism in advance?

Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit Munich Documentation Centre for the History of National Socialism?

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.