All modern art museums to visit in Lower Saxony

Experience the dynamic world of modern art at 10 museums in Lower Saxony. These museums showcase modern works that push the boundaries of creativity and expression.

Are you passionate about music and its history? Are you a fan of contemporary creativity? These are the modern art museums you should visit in Lower Saxony:

  1. Felix Nussbaum House1

    Felix Nussbaum House

     Osnabrück
    The Felix Nussbaum Haus, located in Osnabrück, Germany, is a museum dedicated to the works of the German-Jewish painter Felix Nussbaum. It provides a comprehensive collection of Nussbaum's paintings, offering visitors a deep insight into the artist's life and work.
  2. Kunstmuseum Celle2

    Kunstmuseum Celle

     Celle
    The Kunstmuseum Celle, also known as the Robert Simon Collection, is an art museum located in Celle, Germany. It is a significant cultural institution in the region, housing a vast collection of artworks from the 20th century to the present. The museum's collection focuses on the 1960s and includes paintings, graphics, sculptures, light and object art from the Robert Simon Collection.
  3. Sprengel Museum Hannover3

    Sprengel Museum Hannover

     Hanover
    The Sprengel Museum Hannover is a modern art museum in the city of Hanover. The Sprengel Museum is housed in a building on the Maschsee, which was designed by architects Peter and Ursula Trint and Dieter Quast. It was named after the German chocolate manufacturer and art collector Bernhard Sprengel
  4. Lower Saxony State Museum4

    Lower Saxony State Museum

     Hanover
    The Lower Saxony State Museum (Niedersächsische Landesmuseum Hannover) is a museum in Hannover. The museum's collection includes the Landesgalerie, a collection of paintings and sculptures dating from the Middle Ages to the early twentieth century. Furthermore, the museum features departments for ar
  5. Prinzenpalais, Oldenburg5

    Prinzenpalais, Oldenburg

     Oldenburg
    Since 2003, the Prinzenpalais has been open to the public as a museum. As a part of the State Museum for Art and Cultural History Oldenburg, it showcases art from the 19th and 20th centuries. In addition to its permanent collection, the museum also hosts changing special exhibitions, offering visitors a chance to experience a variety of artistic styles and periods.
  6. Franz Radziwill6

    Franz Radziwill

     Varel
    Franz Radziwill, born on 6 February 1895 and passed away on 12 August 1983, was a renowned German painter. He was particularly recognized for his landscape paintings, which were often depicted in a magic realist style. In addition to this, Radziwill was also associated with the New Objectivity movement, a significant art movement in Germany during the 1920s.
  7. State Museum for Art and Cultural History7

    State Museum for Art and Cultural History

     Oldenburg
    The State Museum for Art and Cultural History in Oldenburg is a unique cultural institution located in the city of Oldenburg in Lower Saxony. The museum is spread across three closely situated sites: the Castle, Augusteum, and Prinzenpalais. Each of these sites offers a distinct collection and experience, making the museum a diverse and enriching destination for art and history enthusiasts.
  8. Kestnergesellschaft8

    Kestnergesellschaft

     Hanover
    Kestner Gesellschaft (Kestner Society) is an art gallery in Hanover that aims to present the latest works of important international artists. The museum feutures five halls. Each hall has its own unique dimensions and atmosphere. It is one of the largest Kunstverein art associations in Europe.
  9. Joachim-Ringelnatz-Museum9

    Joachim-Ringelnatz-Museum

     Cuxhaven
    The Joachim-Ringelnatz-Museum is housed in a historic half-timbered building located in Südersteinstraße, directly opposite Schloss Ritzebüttel. This location adds to the charm and historical significance of the museum, making it a unique destination for tourists.
  10. Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg10

    Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg

     Wolfsburg
    The Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg, located in central Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony, is an art museum that opened its doors in 1994. The museum showcases modern and contemporary art and is financially supported by the Kunststiftung Volkswagen.