Museum August Kestner

About

The Museum August Kestner in Hanover, located at Trammplatz 3 beside the New Town Hall, is the city’s oldest municipal museum and a treasure trove of applied art spanning 6000 years. Founded in 1889 and named after diplomat and collector August Kestner, the museum houses four major collections: Ancient Egyptian artifacts, Classical Antiquity, Numismatics, and Decorative Arts. Visitors encounter rare items such as Roman mosaics, Greek ceramics, medieval coins, and Art Nouveau glassware. The museum’s striking architecture combines a preserved Neo-Renaissance façade with a modern cube-like structure featuring thousands of glass blocks. Inside, exhibitions are curated to highlight craftsmanship, design evolution, and cultural exchange. The Egyptian collection includes two mummies and a rich array of funerary objects, while the numismatic section is one of the largest in northern Germany. Educational programs, guided tours, and design-focused events make the museum a dynamic space for historical reflection and artistic inspiration.

Hanover Germany

Location

The Museum August Kestner is located at Trammplatz 3 in the Mitte district of Hannover, Germany. Situated close to the city's historic center, it lies near notable attractions such as the New Town Hall, Maschpark, and the Lower Saxony State Museum. The area is rich with cultural landmarks including the nearby Marktkirche and the Altstadt (Old Town) with its charming streets and historic buildings. Visitor amenities like cafes, restaurants, and public transport connections are readily available, making the museum easily accessible for those exploring Hannover’s artistic and historical offerings.