Stiftung Museum Kunstpalast
The
Stiftung Museum Kunstpalast
editThe Stiftung Museum Kunstpalast, based in Düsseldorf, is a central cultural focus in the state capital. Founded in 1998 by the city of Düsseldorf and the energy company E.ON, the foundation aims to promote art and culture at an international level.
Key Products and Services
edit- Museum and Exhibition Operations: The Kunstpalast includes the municipal art museum Düsseldorf, the Hentrich Glass Museum, and the Robert Schumann Hall. It offers a diverse collection of over 100,000 objects, including paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, design, graphics, and photography[5].
- Temporary Exhibitions: Regularly, internationally recognized special exhibitions take place, realizing new approaches of a public-oriented museum of the 21st century[1][5].
- Event Program: The Robert Schumann Hall offers a sophisticated and vibrant event program, particularly in the field of music, in cooperation with the Tonhalle and private concert organizers[1][3].
- Corporate Events and Events: The Kunstpalast offers exclusive spaces for corporate events, receptions, gala evenings, and lectures, combined with trend-oriented event catering[3].
Mission and Values
editThe Stiftung Museum Kunstpalast is committed to presenting art to a broad, international audience and pursuing a wide concept of art that goes beyond the traditional art canon. The museum is intended to serve as a living house of art and a place of identification for all, to inspire and invite participation. It addresses contemporary issues and sets impulses that enable new perspectives[4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
edit- Preservation and Restoration: The foundation is dedicated to the preservation and care of existing art collections as well as the restoration of the architectural ensemble by Wilhelm Kreis. This includes the preservation of the listed facade of the Kunstpalast and the integration of the existing art museum[1][5].
- Cultural Diversity and Collaborations: By involving the NRW Forum Culture and Economy and cooperating with the Tonhalle, the cultural focus in the Ehrenhof is strengthened and expanded nationally and internationally[1][5].
- Comprehensive Renovations: After extensive renovations, most recently starting in 2020 and with a new presentation of the collection in November 2023, the Kunstpalast is continuously modernized and adapted to the needs of a broad public[2][5].
Thus, the Stiftung Museum Kunstpalast represents a central place of cultural diversity and innovation in Düsseldorf, taking into account both the historical significance of the Kunstpalast and the needs of a modern, international audience.