Berlinische Galerie - Museum of Modern Art, Photography and Architecture
The Berlinische Galerie is one of the youngest museums in the capital and collects art created in Berlin from 1870 to the present day. Outstanding areas of the collection are Dada Berlin, New Objectivity and Eastern European avant-garde. The art of the divided Berlin and the reunited metropolis form further focal points.
In addition to the permanent collection, the State Museum of Modern Art, Photography and Architecture offers a varied programme of special exhibitions and diverse event formats. This also includes regular barrier-free offerings. In addition to the archive, library and study hall, there are programmes for children, young people and adults in the "Atelier Bunter Jakob".
Barrier-free information
All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - accessible for people with walking disabilities and partially accessible for wheelchair users".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- There are seven parking spaces available for people with disabilities.
- The nearest subway stations are Hallesches Tor (U1/U3/U6), Kochstraße/Checkpoint Charlie (U6), and Moritzplatz (U8), all located approximately 1 km away. The bus stops Waldeckpark (line M29) and Jüdisches Museum (line 248) are each approximately 400 m from the museum.
- All rooms and facilities accessible to guests are either step-free/at ground level or accessible via a ramp or elevator.
- All doors and passageways accessible to guests are at least 90 cm wide.
- Exhibits and information are primarily viewable while seated.
- Seating is available.
- “Café Dix” features wheelchair-accessible tables (maximum height 80 cm, wheelchair access at a height of 67 cm and a depth of 30 cm).
- There are two public restrooms for people with disabilities, both of which are accessible from either side (minimum 90 cm). Flip-up grab bars are available to the left and right of the toilet.
- Guided tours are offered for people with mobility impairments and wheelchair users. Advance registration is required.
- Mobile or fixed seating is available for people with mobility impairments and can be used during the tour.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with hearing impairment and deaf people".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- When there is an alarm, there is no visually clearly perceptible alarm.
- There is no audio induction loop system.
- An outgoing emergency call in the elevator is confirmed acoustically.
- Information on the exhibitions and exhibits is provided in writing. There is acoustic information about the exhibits/objects.
- Technical options for conveying information for people with hearing disabilities/deaf people: Audio guide (does not contain information in DGS).e
- Café Dix has tables with bright, glare-free lighting with no lamps on or hanging from them to interfere with the visual field or eye contact.
- Guided tours and educational programmes in German Sign Language (DGS) are available. T
- There is information and films in German Sign Language (DGS) on the website.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with visual impairments and blind people".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- Service dogs are welcome.
- The entrances are designed with high visual contrast and are identifiable by a tactile change in flooring.
- Almost all elevated areas accessible to guests are well lit, i.e., bright and glare-free.
- A wayfinding system with floor indicators is in place.
- Signage is designed with easily readable, high-contrast lettering.
- Orientation information is available in Braille and via audio.
- Glass doors are marked with safety markings.
- An emergency call made in the elevator is confirmed with an audible signal. The elevator’s stop position is announced by voice.
- Stairs have visually contrasting edges on at least the first and last steps. Stairs have handrails on both sides.
- The exhibits/objects are generally well-lit.
- Tactile models are available for many exhibits.
- Information about the exhibits/objects is accessible via tactile means (Braille, raised lettering).
- The font on the menu at Café Dix is designed to be simple and high-contrast.
- Guided tours are offered for people with visual impairments and blind people. Advance registration is required.
- Exhibits for tactile exploration are incorporated into the tours.
- An audio guide is available that can be operated independently by people with visual impairments and blind people.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- The name or logo of the company/facility is clearly recognizable from the outside.
- Information for orientation is partly available acoustically and pictorially (pictograms, photo-realistic representation).
- A menu with pictures is not available. Food is partly visibly presented (buffet, counter).
- Guided tours are available for people with cognitive impairments. Advance reservations are required.
- There is information in plain language on the website.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
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Berlinische Galerie - Museum of Modern Art, Photography and Architecture
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Berlinische Galerie - Museum of Modern Art, Photography and Architecture
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Berlinische Galerie - Museum of Modern Art, Photography and Architecture
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Berlinische Galerie - Museum of Modern Art, Photography and Architecture
(Daniel Mueller)
Berlinische Galerie - Museum of Modern Art, Photography and Architecture
(Daniel Mueller)