All music museums to visit in Schleswig-Holstein

Celebrate the universal language of music at 5 museums in Schleswig-Holstein dedicated to musical heritage. These museums explore the history of music, instruments, and influential musicians.

Are you passionate about music and its history? Here are the top music museums in Schleswig-Holstein:

  1. Schloss vor Husum1

    Schloss vor Husum

     Husum
    Schloss vor Husum, also known as Husum Castle, is a historic building that stands as a testament to Dutch Renaissance architecture. Located in the town of Husum, in the Schleswig-Holstein region of northwestern Germany, the castle was constructed between the years 1577 and 1582. The man behind its creation was Duke Adolf von Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorf, who commissioned the building as his temporary residence during his stay on the west coast.
  2. Kreismuseum Herzogtum Lauenburg2

    Kreismuseum Herzogtum Lauenburg

     Ratzeburg
    Since 1973, the manor house has been home to the Kreismuseum of the Herzogtum Lauenburg district. The museum is dedicated to the history of the city of Ratzeburg and the Duchy of Lauenburg, offering a variety of exhibits on different themes such as the history of the Ascanians, the Duchy during the Thirty Years' War, a collection of mechanical musical instruments, and regional archaeological finds.
  3. Deutsches Schallplattenmuseum3

    Deutsches Schallplattenmuseum

     Nortorf
    The Deutsches Schallplattenmuseum, or German Record Museum, is situated in Nortorf, housed in the boiler house of the former Teldec record factory. This location is steeped in history, as Nortorf was a long-standing production site for the Teldec label and is still known beyond Schleswig-Holstein as the 'City of Records'.
  4. Brahms-Institut4

    Brahms-Institut

     Lübeck
    The Brahms Institute in Lübeck is a musicological institution that is dedicated to the life and work of Johannes Brahms, as well as his artistic environment. It is a place where music lovers, musicians, and scholars can learn more about Brahms and his contributions to music. The institute also hosts concerts, lectures, theme nights, and exhibitions, making it a vibrant hub for cultural activities.
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    Künstlerhaus Lauenburg

     Lauenburg/Elbe
    The Künstlerhaus Lauenburg is housed in a historically significant building complex located at Elbstraße 54. This building, which was constructed around 1850, showcases typical contemporary features of the old sailor city of Lauenburg. Recognizing its historical significance, it was placed under monument protection in 1982. Over the years, the building has served various purposes, including a tavern, a community center for Italian guest workers, and a residential house, before it was given its current public function.