The Villa Schwartz

This historical exhibition tells the 125-year story of the Schwartzsche Villa, from its origins as an upper-class summer residence to its modern role as a public cultural house. Through archival photographs, architectural drawings, and original documents, visitors are introduced to the Schwartz family of bankers who built the house between 1895 and 1897. The exhibition also traces the building's turbulent history following World War II and the long struggle to establish it as a center for the arts. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the social history of Steglitz and the preservation of Berlin's architectural heritage. The setting within the villa itself adds a powerful layer of historical context to the experience.