When does the tour take place?

The public tour takes place on August 23, 2026, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM.

How much does the tour cost?

The public tour costs 5 Euros per person, reduced 4 Euros per person.

Is museum entry paid separately?

No, entry to the State Museum Schwerin is free. However, the stated participation fee applies for the tour.

Where does the event take place?

At the State Museum Schwerin, Alter Garten 3, 19055 Schwerin.

Is the museum accessible?

Yes, according to museum information, all areas are accessible by elevator and stair lift. There are accessible restrooms and a barrier-free entrance on the theater side.

Are there fixed tour offerings at the museum?

Yes, the museum offers public tours and other mediation formats. Information on dates and offerings is available on the official event page.

The Menageries of the Dukes

Name: Public Tour: The Menageries of the Dukes
Start: 2026-08-23T14:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-23T15:00:00+02:00
Location: Staatliches Museum Schwerin

Princely Animal Worlds and Art History at the State Museum Schwerin

The public tour The Menageries of the Dukes invites you on August 23, 2026 to a focused examination of works and a cultural-historical exploration at the State Museum Schwerin. The central theme connects courtly representation, nature observation, and collecting culture in a unique way: the menagerie as an expression of princely world interpretation.

When Animals Become Symbols

Menageries were much more than places for keeping exotic animals. They were part of the staging of power, knowledge, and status in courtly Europe. During the tour, this theme unfolds as an aesthetic experience between art, history, and zoology. Visitors encounter a perspective in which animals not only appear as living beings, but also as symbols of an era that translated order, longing for the far, and domination into images.

The State Museum Schwerin as a Place for Collections and Interpretations

The State Museum Schwerin is one of the cultural highlights of Northern Germany. Its ducal art collections, the architecture of the building, and the newly designed exhibition spaces create a framework in which art history comes alive. The tour builds on this collection strength and makes visible how closely interwoven court culture, image production, and understanding of nature were.

A Look at Courtly Culture and Historical Imagination

Especially in Schwerin, the topic unfolds a particular plausibility: The museum is located in close proximity to the residence and castle landscape, which for centuries was shaped by the culture of the dukes. The tour deepens this heritage and shows how courtly menageries can be read as part of a larger visual world. Those interested in Old Masters, collection research, and cultural-historical contexts will find here a precise, well-communicated access.

A Visit with Substance and Atmosphere

The exhibition atmosphere of the house combines historical depth with modern communication. Light, space, and concentrated guiding situations create ideal conditions for a calm, insightful examination of works. Thus, the tour becomes not only informative but also sensorially tangible: as an artistic experience that raises questions and makes images newly interpretable.

Conclusion: This public tour offers a fascinating access to courtly culture and the symbolism of the menagerie. Art enthusiasts experience a clever, illustrative introduction to a topic that connects history, art, and nature observation. A visit is definitely worthwhile on site at the State Museum Schwerin.