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Why you should attend Kunsthistorisches Museum exhibitions
Extraordinary artwork: Special exhibitions at the Kunsthistorisches Museum feature remarkable artworks by eminent artists, focus on unique themes, and cover a gamut of periods from ancient to contemporary.
Rare exhibits: Take the opportunity to view paintings, sculptures, and objects of art by renowned artists that are not displayed as part of the permanent collections.
Get to know the artists: Learn about the master painters behind the masterpieces, as well as their works, their creative processes, the sources of inspiration, and the events that shaped their lives.
Fresh perspectives: Special exhibitions offer the chance to view artworks through a new lens and explore the styles, techniques, themes, and elements used in them.
About Kunsthistorisches MuseumKunsthistorisches Museum exhibitions in 2024 and 2025
Rembrandt – Hoogstraten
Color and Illusion
Duration: 8 October 2024 to 12 January 2025
Access: Included in the museum admission tickets
What it’s about: Showcasing around 60 paintings, drawings, and prints from the 17th century, this exhibition provides a unique insight into the styles of Dutch master painter Rembrandt and his student Samuel van Hoogstraten, who went on to become a renowned artist himself. The artworks on display focus on the play of color and light, and how they were used to create impressions and illusions in the rich works of these artists.
Imperial Impressions
The Emperors and their Court Artists
Duration: 13 February 2024 – 26 October 2025 in the Coin Collection
Access: Included in the museum admission tickets
What it’s about: This exhibition examines how medals were considered objects of art during the rule of the Habsburg dynasty, focusing on artists from the period between the 16th to the 19th centuries. Comprising about 80 medals, coins, paintings, and other precious objects, the exhibit looks at the high-quality craftsmanship of the masters who created these works of art for the imperial family. It also examines how court artists went from being masters in different styles to specialists in specific genres.
Point of View #28: Jupiter and Mercury with Philemon and Baucis
A Glimpse of the Rubens Workshop
Duration: 2 February 2024 to 12 January 2025
Access: Included in the museum admission tickets
What it’s about: Point of View exhibitions focus on a single piece of artwork, the latest being Jupiter and Mercury with Philemon and Baucis produced by Rubens’s workshop in Antwerp in the 17th century. The exhibition dives into the fascinating details included in the canvas painting, which depicts the gods Jupiter and Mercury, disguised as peasants, in the home of the impoverished couple Philemon and Baucis. You can also learn more about the production methods and the different artists who worked at Rubens’s workshop.
Vitrine EXTRA #5: Raise the anchor!
Shipwrecks in antiquity and protection of cultural artifacts today
Duration: 4 October 2024 to 16 February 2025
Access: Included in the museum admission tickets
What it’s about: The Vitrine EXTRA exhibition series features different ancient artifacts from the Kunsthistorisches Museum’s Collection of Greek and Roman Antiquities. The 5th edition, titled “Raise the anchor!” focuses on the findings from a Roman shipwreck at the bottom of the sea. These were found in the 1960s and 70s, and include objects like Roman amphoras, a helmet, and lead and copper ingots. It also explores the issue of protection of cultural property.
Anna Heindl
Mystical Marriage
Duration: 14 November 2024 to 16 February 2025
Access: Included in the museum admission tickets
What it’s about: This special exhibition is presented at the Kunstkammer, the museum’s unique collection of precious artifacts and craftworks. It features the works of artist and jewellery maker Anna Hendl. Her contemporary pieces of jewellery are inspired by the 15th century diptych (two art panels combined to make a single art piece) The Marriage of St Catherine by the Austrian painter known as “Master of Heiligenkreuz”.
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Frequently asked questions about the Kunsthistorisches Museum exhibitions
What special exhibitions are currently showing at the Kunsthistorisches Museum in 2024 and 2025?
The Kunsthistorisches Museum’s special exhibitions in 2024 and 2025 include ones on Rembrandt, Rubens, the court artists of the Habsburg monarchs from the 15th to the 18th centuries, and ancient Roman shipwrecks.
How do I access the special exhibitions at the Kunsthistorisches Museum?
Entry to the special exhibitions is included in your Kunsthistorisches Museum tickets. You don’t need to buy a separate ticket to view them.
Are the Kunsthistorisches Museum exhibitions free?
You don’t need to pay an additional fee to visit the special exhibitions. However, you do need to buy an entrance ticket to the museum.
What are the timings for the Kunsthistorisches Museum exhibitions?
Special exhibitions generally follow the museum’s opening hours. The museum is open every day from 10am to 6pm. On Thursdays, it is open from 10am to 9pm.
How much time should I allocate for visiting the special exhibitions?
You’ll need about 30 minutes to 1 hour to tour the special exhibitions in addition to the time you spend exploring the museum’s permanent collection. If you’re especially interested in the theme or artist featured, you may wish to allocate more time.
Can I take pictures at the special exhibitions?
Photography and videography for personal, non-commercial purposes are generally allowed at the museum, except for some designated exhibits. The use of flash photography and tripods is strictly prohibited.
Can I purchase tickets for the special exhibitions in advance?
Yes, it’s best to book your Kunsthistorisches Museum tickets, which include access to the special exhibitions, online in advance. The special exhibitions run for short durations and tickets and may sell out quickly, particularly if they are popular.
