Josef Albers Museum Quadrat Bottrop

Museumszentrum Quadrat Bottrop
Museum/Exhibition

Important collection of works by Bauhaus artist Josef Albers

Step into a realm where art transcends boundaries at the Josef Albers Museum Quadrat in Bottrop, a daring haven that challenges norms and inspires creativity. This avant-garde establishment captivates with the world’s most comprehensive collection of Josef Albers’ work, renowned for his iconic "Homage to the Square" series. Here, colour and form dance in unpredictable harmony, inviting exploration and introspection.

This space is not merely a museum; it's a beacon of urban art excellence. The architecture itself, with deliberate minimalist lines, mirrors Albers' aesthetic—bold yet restrained. It's a canvas that breathes individuality and nonconformity, resonating deeply with those who seek innovation over convention.

Strategically nestled in the vibrant Metropole Ruhr, the Quadrat's park setting offers an oasis of calm amidst urban dynamism, perfect for reflective and provocative artistic endeavours. Capture the geometric beauty of Albers’ creations or the serene expanse of the legendary courtyard—this is a locale brimming with photographic allure.

The gallery invites the wanderers to embark on a journey beyond the mundane. Each exhibit speaks to the visionaries and dreamers among us. The museum’s unique layout encourages wandering and discovery, each corner unveiling new perspectives. However, it's not just the interior that magnetises; the surrounding park offers an idyllic escape where nature's palette seamlessly integrates into a creative odyssey.

Discover the Josef Albers Museum Quadrat, a portal to an artistic journey that both inspires and invigorates. Art here is an immersive experience, a dialogue between the viewer and the masterpiece, promising to redefine your understanding of visual art. This is not just a visit; it’s an artistic adventure waiting to be lived.

Josef Albers Museum Quadrat Bottrop

Museumszentrum Quadrat Bottrop
Anni-Albers-Platz 1 (Umbenennung von: Im Stadtgarten 20), 46236 Bottrop

Monday

Price adult: 4.00 €

Price reduced: 2.00 €

Der ermäßigte Preis gilt für Schüler:innen und Studierende sowie Inhaber:innen der Ehrenamtskarte NRW und Mitglieder der Freiwilligen Feuerwehr Bottrop bei Vorlage eines gültigen Ausweises.

Information on entering the address in the navigation system
Depending on the system, the old address - Im Stadtgarten 20 - should be entered.

From the A 2 motorway
Exit Bottrop (3) in the direction of Stadtmitte (Kirchhellener Straße) until the junction Kirchhellener Straße/Josef-Albers-Straße. Turn right into Josef-Albers-Straße. The route is signposted.

From the A 42 motorway
Exit Bottrop-Süd (12) in the direction of Stadtmitte (Essener Straße; then Freiherr-vom-Stein-Straße, Friedrich-Ebert-Straße, Hans-Sachs-Straße). Follow the road in the direction of the A2 until you reach the Eichenstraße intersection. Turn left into Eichenstraße. At the roundabout, take the first road on the right (Randebrockstraße). The route is signposted.

Arrival by public transport
By train: Bottrop main station, then take bus line SB16 towards Bottrop ZOB Berliner Platz or line 261 towards Bottrop Eigen Markt to ZOB Berliner Platz.

From ZOB Berliner Platz:
Line 251 direction Bottrop Grafenwald Kirche to bus stop "Quadrat", line 267 direction Bottrop Feldhausen Bf to bus stop "Im Stadtgarten".

Expeditive (EPE)

Heiligabend, 25. Dezember, Silvester und Neujahr geschlossen.

Author

Ruhr Tourismus GmbH
Centroallee 261
46047 Oberhausen

Organisation

Ruhr Tourismus GmbH

Source: Ruhr Tourismus GmbH destination.one

Organisation: Ruhr Tourismus GmbH

Last changed on 08.04.2025

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