Short Guide - Humboldt Forum (EN)

Learn the history of one of Berlin’s most special places and take a look behind the scenes at the Humboldt Forum. This short guide in English presents certain aspects of the building’s exhibitions, events, as well as its educational offers.

The past, present, and future all come together at the Humboldt Forum and this can be felt at every turn. The building is a direct successor to two other historic structures—the Royal Palace and the Palace of the Republic. A brief review of the building’s history will take you on a journey through the centuries. Find out what Alexander and Wilhelm von Humboldt have to do with the building named after them.

This book offers an entertaining overview of the building’s architecture and most important topics, as well as those who work here.

Also available in German.

• edited by the Stiftung Humboldt Forum im Berliner Schloss
• published by Prestel, 2020
• 22 x 12 cm
• 96 pages with numerous illustrations, photos and room plans