The idea of creating a new cultural centre in West Berlin was first mooted in 1956. The first building to go up was the Berlin Philharmonic concert hall, built from 1960 to 1963 to an innovative design by Hans Scharoun.
Most other elements of the Kulturforum were realized between 1961 and 1987, and came from such famous architects as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The area is now a major cultural centre that attracts millions of visitors every year.
Kunstgewerbemuseum
Among the collection at the Museum of Arts and Crafts you can see this intricately carved silver and ivory tankard, made in an Augsburg workshop around 1640.
Kupferstichkabinett
The large collection of prints and drawings owned by this gallery includes this portrait of Albrecht Dürer’s mother.
Gemäldegalerie
Among the most important works of the old masters exhibited in this gallery of fine art is this Madonna in Church by Jan van Eyck.
Kunstbibliothek
The Art Library boasts a rich collection of books, graphic art and drawings.
Neue Nationalgalerie
Sculptures by Henry Moore and Alexander Calder stand outside this streamlined building, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.
Philharmonie
Its exterior covered in a layer of golden aluminium, the Berlin Philharmonic concert hall is known all over the world for its superb acoustics.
Musikinstrumenten-Museum
This harpsichord is part of a collection of musical instruments dating from the 16th to the 20th century.
St-Matthäus-Kirche
This 19th-century church stands out among the modern buildings of the Kulturforum.
Neue Staatsbibliothek
Hans Scharoun designed this public lending and research library built in 1978.
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