A design museum and exhibition space near the Marktplatz dedicated to Bauhaus-trained industrial designer Wilhelm Wagenfeld, staging changing exhibitions on modern product design.
The Wilhelm Wagenfeld Haus occupies a modernist building near the Marktplatz and cathedral, dedicated to the Bremen-trained, Bauhaus-associated industrial designer Wilhelm Wagenfeld, known internationally for functional glass and metal household objects, including his 1924 Bauhaus table lamp, that helped define German industrial design in the 20th century. Rather than holding a fixed permanent collection, the space runs a program of changing exhibitions on modern and contemporary product, furniture and graphic design, drawing on Wagenfeld's own archive as well as loans exploring broader design history and current practice. Because the museum operates only during scheduled exhibitions rather than continuously, its opening pattern follows each show's run rather than a fixed year-round calendar, so confirming that an exhibition is currently on display before visiting is worthwhile. A visit takes 30-45 minutes given the compact gallery space, extending somewhat for exhibitions with a strong reading or video component. The museum's Tuesday evening hours until 9PM offer an easy add-on to an evening walk around the nearby Marktplatz and cathedral, and tend to be quieter than weekend afternoons when the exhibition draws design-focused visitors from further afield.
| Admission | Adult Varies by exhibition; check current pricing · Child Varies by exhibition |
|---|---|
| Hours | Tue 3PM-9PM, Wed-Sun 10AM-6PM; open only during temporary exhibitions |
| Typical visit | 30-45 minutes |
| Best time | Tuesday evenings during extended hours |
| Getting there | On Domsheide, a short walk from the Marktplatz and Dom in central Bremen |
| Address | Domsheide 8, 28195 Bremen, Germany |
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Location
Domsheide 8, 28195 Bremen, Germany
53.0763, 8.8083 View on map
Highlights
- Dedicated to Bauhaus-associated designer Wilhelm Wagenfeld, creator of the iconic 1924 table lamp
- Changing exhibitions on modern and contemporary product and furniture design
- Compact modernist building steps from the Marktplatz and cathedral
- Draws on Wagenfeld's own design archive for exhibition material
- Extended Tuesday evening hours until 9PM
Tips for visiting
- Confirm an exhibition is currently running before visiting, since the museum operates only during scheduled shows
- Visit on a Tuesday evening for an easy pairing with a Marktplatz and cathedral walk
- Check current pricing, which varies by exhibition rather than a fixed admission rate
- Allow extra time for exhibitions with substantial reading or video content
- Combine with the Gerhard-Marcks-Haus for a design-and-sculpture themed day
When to visit
Tuesday evenings during extended hours are quieter than weekend afternoons, when design-focused visitors travel in from further afield.
Accessibility
The building has a step-free entrance and is wheelchair accessible throughout its exhibition space.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a visit take?
A visit typically takes 30-45 minutes given the compact exhibition space.
Is it worth it for kids?
The design-focused exhibitions suit adults and design-interested teenagers more than young children.
Is photography allowed?
Photography rules vary by exhibition and are posted at the entrance.