Humboldt Forum

Welcome to the Humboldt Forum, or Hoom-bolt For-oom, a cultural centerpiece located in the very heart of Berlin where the Spree River gently flows. As we stand here on the Lustgarten side, you are looking at one of the most…

We begin by examining the remarkable exterior of the building. The three Baroque facades you see are meticulous reconstructions of the original Berlin Palace, which served as the winter residence of the Hohenzollern kings and…

We move now to one of the most critical sections of the Humboldt Forum: the Ethnological Museum. This museum houses thousands of artifacts from Africa, Oceania, and the Americas. …

The Asian Art Museum within the Humboldt Forum offers an immersion into the 'depth and diversity of Eastern artistic traditions.' From ancient Chinese porcelain to contemporary Japanese prints, the museum invites contemplation of…

The Berlin City Museum, titled 'Berlin Global,' narrates the story of the city with vivid detail. It pays homage to 'Berlin's multifaceted identity,' from the tumultuous events of the twentieth century to the vibrant art scene…

We have reached the 'most popular attraction' at the Humboldt Forum: the rooftop terrace. From up here, you have 'admittedly one of the best views of the city.' As you look out, you can see the Berlin Cathedral right next to us,…

We conclude our specific section tours in the Schlüter Courtyard, or Shloo-ter Court-yard. This is the largest and most impressive of the forum's interior spaces. …

As we conclude our tour of the Humboldt Forum, I hope you have found it to be a 'worthwhile hour' of exploration and reflection. This place is 'more than a repository of art and artifacts'; it is a 'living, breathing testament'…