When does the event take place?

The tour is scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 6:00 PM.

What is the admission fee?

Admission including the tour costs 5 euros. For members of the museum's support association as well as for students and schoolchildren, admission is free.

Where does the tour take place?

At the Academic Art Museum Bonn at Römerstraße 164, 53117 Bonn.

Is a reservation necessary?

No, a reservation is not required.

Is the museum accessible for disabled persons?

Yes, the Academic Art Museum is accessible for disabled persons.

How can I get there by bus?

Bus lines 600 or 601 to the stop Pädagogische Fakultät are recommended.

Ancient Art at the Academic Art Museum: Bonn Experiences Ancient Imagery Anew

Name: Ancient Art and Culture on the 3rd Wednesday of the Month
Start: 2026-09-16T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-16T21:30:00+02:00
Location: Akademisches Kunstmuseum Bonn

Ancient Art as a Living Presence at the Academic Art Museum Bonn

With the series Ancient Art and Culture on the 3rd Wednesday of the Month, the Academic Art Museum Bonn opens a concentrated view of the world of the Greeks and Romans. The public tour combines scientific precision with the immediate experience of original works, making Classical Archaeology an engaging museum practice.

An Art Experience Between Research and Observation

The Academic Art Museum is one of the oldest museums in the city of Bonn and sees itself as a teaching collection of the university. At its center are Greek-Roman art objects from the Mediterranean region, including ancient vase painting, terracottas, coins, and objects made of clay, stone, metal, and glass. The exhibition situation in the alternate location at Römerstraße 164 creates a clear, calm atmosphere, in which the form, material, and historical function of the objects become particularly apparent.

Scientific Depth in Understandable Language

The series is aimed at all interested parties and is supported by expertise from Classical Archaeology. The museum not only conveys the aesthetic dimension of ancient art but also its cultural context: portrait, representation, memory, ritual, and social status. This is precisely the charm of this event, as it combines the examination of works, art history, and cultural education into an understandable and simultaneously demanding museum visit.

A House with an Extraordinary Collection

The size and diversity of the collection are especially impressive. The museum has around 30,000 objects as well as one of the largest collections of casts in Germany, with about 2,700 plaster casts of statues, reliefs, and small artworks. This abundance offers a rare glimpse into the ancient imagery, style development, iconography, and the impact of sculpture and relief in the space. For art lovers, a genuine art experience unfolds here between original and cast, observation and research.

A Visit with Added Value

The event offers more than a classic tour: it provides access to a museum that connects research, teaching, and the public. Those interested in ancient art, museum mediation, and the cultural significance of Classical Antiquity will find an ideal opportunity here for an informed and inspiring encounter with the topic.

Conclusion: Ancient art and culture are not only explained at the Academic Art Museum Bonn, but also made vividly tangible. The tour invites you to discover the world of antiquity with fresh eyes and to experience the originals on site in their full presence. A visit is definitely worthwhile.