When does the tour take place?

The public tour takes place on September 13, 2026, at 12:00 PM at the State Museum Schwerin.

What is the cost of participation?

For public tours, the ticket price at the State Museum Schwerin is €5 per person, reduced €4.

Is admission to the museum free?

Yes, admission to the State Museum Schwerin is free. However, a ticket is required for the tour itself.

Where is the meeting point?

The event takes place at the State Museum Schwerin, Alter Garten 3 in 19055 Schwerin.

Is the museum accessible for people with disabilities?

Yes, the museum presents itself after modernization as more inclusive and barrier-free, including electric lifts and automated doors.

How long does the visit take approximately?

The tour is designed as a compact art experience and is well-suited for a visit of about an hour plus time in the museum.

Oudry's Fascinating Animal World

Name: Public Tour: Oudry's Fascinating Animal World
Start: 2026-09-13T14:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-13T15:00:00+02:00
Location: Staatliches Museum Schwerin

Oudry's Animal World at the State Museum Schwerin: A Tour Full of Color and Character

On September 13, 2026, the State Museum Schwerin opens up a view of Jean-Baptiste Oudry's fascinating animal world. The public tour focuses on those animal depictions for which Schwerin is famous worldwide, combining art historical knowledge with an impressive examination of the works.

Between Grace, Natural Study, and Courtly Representation

Oudry's painting unfolds between precise observation and decorative splendor. His animal images show fur, plumage, and movement with a liveliness that seems to make the space almost breathe. In Schwerin, visitors encounter a collection that represents a rare peculiarity in the realm of the Old Masters and bears the name of the French animal painter with special weight.

An Art Experience in the Modernized Museum

The State Museum Schwerin presents itself after modernization as an open, bright, and barrier-friendly place. Historical colorfulness, modern lighting technology, and additional exhibition spaces create an atmosphere where art does not seem distant and venerable but is directly tangible. This is precisely where the tour reveals its charm: it combines the quiet concentration of the museum with lively mediation.

Art Historical Context and Museum Education

The tour places Oudry in the history of European painting and shows how animal depictions in the 18th century oscillate between nature observation, symbolism, and representation. Those interested in art history, museum education, and the culture of the Old Masters will experience a compact, well-founded approach to an outstanding collection theme. Especially for art lovers, access opens up that sharpens seeing and deepens understanding.

Conclusion

This public tour offers a concentrated look at one of the most precious chapters of the Schwerin collection. Anyone wanting to experience animal painting, Old Masters, and the special exhibition atmosphere of the house should firmly plan this date and attend the tour live in the museum.