Can you still visit the Bauhaus?
Although the Bauhaus school closed in 1933, its buildings, collections and ideas remain accessible today through museums, preserved architecture and guided visits across Germany.
Yes, you can still visit the Bauhaus today. Original Bauhaus buildings, museums and exhibitions are open to the public, especially in Weimar, Dessau and Berlin, where visitors can experience the school’s architecture, design objects and historical context firsthand.
Where can you visit the Bauhaus today?
- Weimar: The place of origin (1919–1925) with early Bauhaus sites and the Bauhaus Museum.
- Dessau: The architectural core of the movement, including the Bauhaus Building and the Masters’ Houses.
- Berlin: The final phase (1932–1933) with exhibitions and research institutions connected to the Bauhaus legacy.
What can visitors experience?
Visitors can walk through original Bauhaus buildings, see furniture, textiles, graphics and prototypes, and learn how teaching, workshops and everyday life were organized at the school. Many sites also offer temporary exhibitions, guided tours and educational programmes.
Is the Bauhaus a museum or a living place?
Today the Bauhaus exists both as a museum experience and as a living cultural reference. While the historical school no longer operates, its buildings are actively used for exhibitions, research and public education, making a visit relevant for architecture, design and culture enthusiasts alike.