• Berlin has a long tradition of being at the avant-garde of artistic movements in contemporary art. The collections to be found throughout the city allow students to appreciate the work that has been done, from 18th century paintings to Bauhaus furniture design. 

    Subject Focus:
    • KS 3-5: See art from a range of historical contexts and artistic movements.
    • KS 3-5: Learn about the city that has provided the inspiration for so much influential art.
    • KS 3-5: Encouragement for students to try new methods and techniques based on what they have seen throughout the city.

    Student Outcomes:
    • See a wide range of famous artwork in its original context.
    • Students will begin to understand the inspirations and techniques behind the works.
    • Learn about new media and different styles of working.
    • Expose students to a range of influences they can draw upon in their own work.
     

  • Bauhaus Museum and Archive

    The Bauhaus Archive/Museum of Design in Berlin is devoted to the research and presentation of the history and influence of the Bauhaus (1919-1933), the most important school of architecture, design and art in the 20th century. 

  • Museuminsel

    An island on the River Spree that is home to some of Berlin's primary museums including the Pergamon Museum with its enormous collection of Classical and Islamic antiquities and the Old National Gallery displaying works of art from the 19th Century.

  • Pergamon Museum

    Situated on Museum Island, and consisting of building parts transported from Turkey, the Pergamon Museum is dedicated to displaying antiquities and artwork from the Middle East and Islam.

  • Old National Gallery

    The gallery itself, which is located on Museum Island, is an impressive artistic structure and is shaped like a Roman temple.

  • Kathe Kollwitz Museum

    The works of Käthe Kollwitz were donated to the people of Berlin and this permanent exhibition presents a broad spectrum of her sketches, paintings, sculptures and prints. This is a must for anyone studying naturalism, expressionism and early 20th century society and its relationship to art.

  • Gemäldegalerie

    See one of the world's leading collections of European art from the 13th to18th centuries including masterpieces from: Albrecht Dürer, Lucas Cranach, Raphael, Titian, Rembrandt and Johannes Vermeer.

  • Sammlung Berggruen Museum

    This museum showcases classic modern art from the likes of Picasso, Klee, Cezanne, Matisse, Van Gogh and Laurens.

  • Bröhan-Museum

    The collection mainly focuses upon decorative arts and painting, especially in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Functionalism from1889-1939.

  • Berliner Fersehturm

    Experience some spectacular views of Berlin from the top of the television tower some 200 metres above the ground.

  • Hamburger Bahnhof/ Museum fur Gegenwart

    The focus is on contemporary art of the 20th Century including significant works by: Andy Warhol, Cy Twombly, Robert Rauschenberg, Roy Lichtenstein, Anselm Kiefer and Joseph Beuys.

  • Jewish Museum

    German Jewish culture is overshadowed by the Holocaust. While this event and the emotions and themes it evokes are enormous, students can also see how Jews in Germany have responded to the range of experiences of their history, through their art.

  • Berlinische Galerie

    A collection of art from 1870s Berlin to the present, ranging from photographs to paintings to architecture, the Berlinische Galerie shows the wide selection of art that has been inspired by Berlin.

  • Charlottenburg Palace

    In addition to the largest collection of 18th century art outside France, the Charlottenburg is also home to many works by Picasso among others, allowing students to see a wide range of artistic works in magnificent surroundings.

Suggested Accommodation

  • Hotel Kolumbus

    Location: In a quiet location within easy reach of the centre of Berlin

    Facilities: Three star hotel with tourist class specialising in youth groups. Renovated in 2002, rooms now all have private facilities. Restaurant, bar and meeting rooms (these should be booked well in advance).

    Capacity: 400 Beds

  • Hotel Bogota

    Location: Excellent location in the centre of Berlin

    Facilities: Breakfast and TV room. Within walking distance of shops and the Story of Berlin museum. Rooms sleep up to 4 and have wash basins with showers and WC on the corridor. Rooms with private facilities are available at a supplement.

    Capacity: 125 Rooms

  • A & O Hostel Berlin

    Location: Berlin

    Facilities: The renovated factory building contains mainly dorms (4-6 or 8 beds) with or without private facilities and double bedrooms with private facilities. 5000 sq metre of outdoor facilities around the building offer facilities for table tennis, beach volleyball, lawn with barbeque area.

    Capacity: 650 Beds 

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