Museum complex with major collections covering ethnology, musical instruments & Arts & Crafts.
At a glance
#3 of 4 Historical landmarks in Leipzig #9 of 12 Museums in LeipzigLocalGuideWorld score: 4.50
Rating breakdown
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5 ★68%
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4 ★21%
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3 ★7%
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2 ★2%
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1 ★3%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Grassi Museum of Ethnology in Leipzig?
- Grassi Museum of Ethnology in Leipzig is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 933 reviews.
- How does Grassi Museum of Ethnology in Leipzig rank in Leipzig?
- Grassi Museum of Ethnology in Leipzig is #3 of 4 Historical landmarks in Leipzig by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Grassi Museum of Ethnology in Leipzig located?
- Johannispl. 5-11, 04103 Leipzig, Germany — 4.0 km from the center of Leipzig.
- How can I contact Grassi Museum of Ethnology in Leipzig?
- Phone: +49 341 9730770 · Website: grassi-voelkerkunde.skd.museum
It was one of my most interesting museum visits lately! The museum building is stunning, it houses amazing collections and - most interestingly - is now undergoing a process of reinvention of how they are presented. The effects are really impressive! Highly recommended both for museum geeks as well as regular visitors!
A fascinating collection of historically interesting instruments! Enjoyed the interactive sound system (you can select short sound clips of a piece and have it play for the whole room).
There are no english panels in most rooms but not a big deal since you can translate things easily by smartphone.
There are no english panels in most rooms but not a big deal since you can translate things easily by smartphone.
The New Display of the Ethnology Museum seems to have more to do with moder day politics than with culture. I was lucky to see a small part of the old Display about Asian cultures, hence the two stars.
Both the Museum of Musical Instruments and the Ethnology Museum are great! The Ethnology Museum is in a very interesting situation, as they transition how the present and discuss the past. Definitely thought provoking and great discussions about what a museum can and should be.
Second time I'm here, with a year gap inbetween, and it's great to return.
Although I had a fast round through the permanent exhibition this time, I still saw some stuff I missed last time, but mainly I enjoyed the current exhibitions, one about Bauhaus in Sachsen and the other about vases. They have a garden and a nice café, so you can really bring a wonderful half a day here and get a lot of inspiring images.
Highly recommended
Although I had a fast round through the permanent exhibition this time, I still saw some stuff I missed last time, but mainly I enjoyed the current exhibitions, one about Bauhaus in Sachsen and the other about vases. They have a garden and a nice café, so you can really bring a wonderful half a day here and get a lot of inspiring images.
Highly recommended
This is my favorite museum in Leipzig!!! Great building, great collection!!! Love it!!! And i can learn a bit of deutsch worte there because not everything is translated in English but i prefer to see things in their original language!!
Beautiful exhibitions in three distinct parts. You can visit each one independently, or buy combined ticket for two or three parts. The main exhibition is quite large (takes more than three hours if you are thorough), so plan accordingly.
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