About
Museum Folkwang is an art museum in Essen, in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. It is found at Museumsplatz 1, in the city's south, and it houses a major collection of art from the 19th and 20th centuries.
What to expect
The museum was founded in 1922, and it has been extended in 2010. Visitors come to see its collection of modern painting, sculpture and other works from the 1800s and 1900s, displayed across its galleries. For anyone interested in how art changed over those two centuries, it offers a focused and substantial visit.
- Collection: works from the 19th and 20th centuries
- Setting: a museum in the city of Essen, Germany
- Address: Museumsplatz 1, 45128 Essen
Planning your trip
Essen is a large city in the Ruhr region, and the museum makes a natural stop for a day of art and culture. Because it sits on Museumsplatz, it is easy to fit alongside other sights in the city. Check the museum's own information before you travel for current opening times, admission and any temporary exhibitions, as these are not covered here.