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Humboldt Forum

The Humboldt Forum is a large-scale museum project in Berlin, located at the site of the City Palace. It is expected to open in 2019.

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A replica of ancient Indian gate in front of the Berlin Cathedral in red sandstone

India's ancient Buddhist gate has new replica in Berlin

India's ancient Buddhist gate has new replica in Berlin

A replica of the ancient Sanchi gate now stands in front of Berlin Palace, adding an exotic new attraction to the city.
CultureJanuary 16, 2023
Ancient bronze works.

Completed Humboldt Forum opens in Berlin

Completed Humboldt Forum opens in Berlin

The last section of the Humboldt Forum museum is inaugurated. Its highlights: the Benin Bronzes, considered looted art.
CultureSeptember 16, 2022
an animal figure sculpted in ivory.

Germany returns Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

Germany returns Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

A groundbreaking step in looted art history: Germany transfers the ownership of 1,130 bronzes to Nigeria.
ArtsJuly 2, 2022
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Two people stand next to a huge ancient sailing ship at the Humboldt Forum museum.

Humboldt Forum tackles colonial issue

Humboldt Forum tackles colonial issue

Berlin's Humboldt Forum has reacted to criticism surrounding its handling of colonial history. Will critics approve?
ArtsSeptember 22, 2021
People sitting at cafe tables with umbrellas in the inner courtyard of the Humboldt Forum.

Berlin's controversial Humboldt Forum opens

Berlin's controversial Humboldt Forum opens

Berlin's new Humboldt Forum may be open, but it's still mired in debate about colonialism and museum collections.
CultureJuly 20, 2021