History connects us.

Programme

Current Exhibitions

Berlin stories

African American Performers 1877-1933

From the Jubilee Singers to Jazz: African American Performers and Musicians in Berlin, 1877-1933.

Canned music

An invention by Thomas Alva Edison allowed for sounds to be recorded and reproduced faithfully for the very first time. This revolutionary technology turned Berlin into a media metropolis.

Revolution

1848, 1918, 1989: Berlin played a central role in the great German revolutions, which in turn were closely linked to European and global freedom movements. The BERLIN GLOBAL exhibition focuses on revolutionary events that are closely linked to the city of Berlin.

Object of the Month

New at the Museum Ephraim-Palais: Monthly changing objects from our collections invite you to take a look for free.

From Curious to Worth Knowing

Discover city stories online: Our Berlin stories give you comprehensive insights into Berlin’s past and present!