Opening of the new »DDR Museum Depot« in Berlin-Marzahn
Berlin, 4 March 2025 – The DDR Museum, known for its permanent exhibition in Berlin-Mitte, is celebrating the opening of its new »DDR Museum Depot« in Berlin-Marzahn. Over the past two decades, one of the largest collections of everyday objects from the GDR has been created – around 360,000 exhibits, which are now housed in two halls.
Laying of the foundation stone and relocation
After a two-year building application period and lengthy approval procedures for electricity and water, the foundation stone for the new depot was laid on 24 April 2024. The modern hall was completed in just a few months. The relocation of the extensive collection from Berlin-Spandau to Berlin-Marzahn was a feat of strength, but it was worth it: the new infrastructure provides optimal conditions for collecting and preserving, researching and restoring cultural artefacts from the GDR. The total costs for the new building and relocation amount to around three million euros.
Modern depot and educational programme
The new depot offers air-conditioned rooms and is supplied with renewable energy. There are also plans to show special exhibitions on topics that have so far received little attention in the DDR Museum. With two large halls at the heart of the complex, a multifunctional centre is being created: a research facility, a restoration workshop and a place of remembrance to visit all in one. In addition, young people will have the opportunity to train in the preservation of historical artefacts and learn about their historical context.
Opening to visitors for the first time
On 16 March 2025, the »DDR Museum Depot« will open its doors to the public for the first time between 11 am and 4 pm. The following opening hours and admission prices will apply from this date.
Opening hours
Sunday: 11 am – 4 pm
Tuesday: 11 am – 3 pm
Thursday: 2 pm – 7 pm
Ticket sales
Tickets can be purchased in advance via the website:
www.ddr-museum.de/de/sammlung
Location
DDR Museum Depot
Pyramidenring 10
12681 Berlin-Marzahn
The DDR Museum is looking forward to giving visitors an insight into its extensive collection and cordially invites all interested parties to discover the new depot. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information.
Contact
Simone Uthleb, Head of Press and Public Relations, Tel: +49 30 847 123 7-47, e-mail: simone.uthleb@ddr-museum.de
