The richly decorated building complex was named the “Lipsius Building” after its creator, the architecture professor Constantin Lipsius. In addition to the art academy it also housed the exhibition hall of the Saxon Art Society. After its partial destruction in 1945, the exhibition hall remained unused for decades. Its reconstruction was completed in 2005. Traces of the destruction were left visible by the renovation measures, and form a striking contrast to the architecture. With the re-opening of the exhibition hall, which is now managed by the Dresden State Art Collections, an impressive setting for art exhibitions was restored to the city. Numerous special exhibitions offer visitors an informative and diverse programme. The special purpose of the exhibition hall, however, is to serve as a place for the exploration of and reflection on contemporary art. For the current exhibition programme, see www.skd.museum.
Opening times
Daily 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday closed
Admission fees
Adults 8 euros, concessions 6 euros, groups of 10 or more 7 euros per person, admission prices for special exhibitions on request, children and young people up to and including the age of 16 free, day ticket for the Dresden State Art Collections 26 euros, annual ticket for the Dresden State Art Collections 75 euros (concessions 50/25 euros)
Transport connection
Tram and bus lines to Pirnaischer Platz
Extras/offers
guided toursspecial exhibitionslectures
Misc. extras
Catalogues on special exhibitions
Handicapped accessible
- limited handicapped accessible
Contact
Exhibition Hall, Lipsius Building, Brühl Terrace
Georg-Treu-Platz 1
01067 Dresden
Tel: +49 (0)351 / 49 14 20 00
Fax: +49 (0)351 / 49 14 20 01