Museum Folkwang

The Museum Folkwang is a significant art institution in Essen, renowned for its extensive collection of 19th and 20th-century artworks.

Established in 1922, it resulted from the merger of the Essener Kunstmuseum and the private Folkwang Museum founded by Karl Ernst Osthaus. The museum features a modern extension designed by David Chipperfield, combining innovative architecture with natural surroundings, offering a unique atmosphere for art appreciation.

Exceptional Features

The museum houses a vast collection of paintings from German Romantics like Caspar David Friedrich to Impressionists such as Monet and Van Gogh, along with post-WWII art. Additionally, it incorporates the Deutsche Plakat Museum with over 340,000 significant posters.

Unforgettable Highlights

🎨 Permanent Collection
🐢 Stunning Architecture
🖼️ Deutsche Plakat Museum

With both free and paid exhibitions, Museum Folkwang attracts tourists, families, and art historians, making it a desirable stop in Essen.