Let's Party on Museum Island, Berlin! 🥳🏛️
Festival-goers flocked to the museum isle during the weekend event - Multitudes Gathering at Museum Island Weekend Festival
attending a wild three-day bash this week! From the 25th to the 27th of May, thousands rushed to join in the fun, taking part in concerts or one of about 70 guided tours to dig into the fascinating history and structure of Museum Island. Desk jockey, Matthias Wemhoff, gushed that the weekend vibe was beyond amazing, with the open-air stage program adding fuel to the fire. 🔥
In case you're wondering, Matthias is the official talking head for Island. He declared roughly 55,000 visitors, labeling the weekend as an unparalleled launch.
On the last day, the significant festivities went down, happening simultaneously on UNESCO World Heritage Day. The new leader of the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation, freshly appointed Marion Ackermann (SPD), addressed the crowd, stressing the importance of not just maintaining Museum Island as a UNESCO World Heritage site but also continually evolving it to entice new groups of people. Museum Island has been Uncle Sam's choice as a protected site since 1999.
You've gotta give it up to Marion for emphasizing the restoration of the famous Pergamon Museum. The northern wing of the museum, which contains the legendary Pergamon Altar, is set to make a dazzling come back in spring 2027. "We're no longer keeping score in years; we're counting the months until we can walk through the Altar room once again!" Marion exclaimed with enthusiasm.
The anniversary shindig will last a whopping five years; this year focusing on the Old Museum, the vintage piece of Island. 2026 promises to be a walkalong the hallowed halls of the Old National Gallery, kicking off its 150th birthday celebrations. The fanciest event for 2027 includes the reopening of the Pergamon Museum, and 2029 is the Bode Museum's moment under the spotlight. The lavish party concludes in 2030 as all buildings throw a joint celebration.
Fun Fact:
- 🎉 Next year, from May 30 to June 1, 2025, the island is set to host a three-day festival coinciding with UNESCO World Heritage Day!
- 🍹 The Kolonnadenhof will transform into the Kolonnaden Bar, serving as a hub for moderated talks, DJ sets, and refreshments from June to August.
In the spirit of continuous evolution and engagement, the new policies implemented by the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation encourage a lifestyle that merges cultural heritage with contemporary vibes, fostering a home-and-garden atmosphere that welcomes all visitors. With various guided tours and events such as the upcoming three-day festival in May 2025, these policies aim to make Museum Island an exciting employment destination for many, drawing in a diverse community.
