Museum of European Cultures

The Museum of European Cultures in Berlin-Dahlem is devoted to the lifeworlds in Europe and European cultural contacts from the 18th century until today.

The Museum of European Cultures features a permanent exhibition on the theme "Cultural Encounters - Life in Europe," as well as regularly rotating special exhibitions that focus on specific aspects of European culture.

Topics as diverse as the cultures of Europe

The collection comprises approximately 285,000 original objects from European everyday culture and popular art. The goal of the Museum of European Cultures is to promote intercultural exchange, overcome language barriers and link contemporary issues with historical collections. The Museum of European Cultures was established in 1999 through the merger of the then 110-year-old Museum of Folk Life with the European Collection of the former Museum of Ethnology. It is the only remaining museum at the former Dahlem Museum Center.

Highlights at the Museum of European Cultures

Particularly noteworthy are the unique artifacts from ethnic minorities in Europe, such as the Sami and the Crimean Tatars. Since 2011, the mechanical Christmas mountain from the Ore Mountains, covering an area of 15 square meters and featuring over 300 figures, some of which are movable, has also been attracting numerous visitors to the museum, especially during the winter months.

Museum of European Cultures: Current exhibitions and events

Address, Opening Hours and Contact Information

• Address:
  Arnimallee 25
  14195 Berlin
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• Phone: [phone]
• Internet: www.smb.museum
• Opening Hours: Wednesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., closed Monday and Tuesday
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible, all floors are accessible by elevator.
• Admission Fee:
  €10, concessions €5
• Tickets: Book Tickets »