Musica di strada – Italians in Prenzlauer Berg – Trade, Craft, and Music

This special exhibition at Museum Pankow delves into the history of Italian immigrants who settled in Prenzlauer Berg starting in the mid-19th century. Driven by the search for better living conditions, millions left Northern Italy, with many finding a new home in the growing metropolis of Berlin. The exhibition highlights the specific trades, craftsmanship, and musical traditions these migrants brought with them. It explores how their presence shaped the local culture and social fabric of the district. This is a fascinating look at the immigrant roots of one of Berlin's most popular neighborhoods, extended now through the summer of 2026.