Permanent exhibition

Puzzles. Conflicts. Fractures.

The interactive permanent exhibition shows the life, work and impact of one of the most important German-speaking authors in the city where he was born and studied. In the former garrison school of the city of Frankfurt an der Oder and a new building flooded with light, you will get to know Heinrich von Kleist.

30 March–29 June 2025

One letter, three works – a lasting impact.

This special exhibition presents a unique and valuable new acquisition of the Kleist-Museum for the first time: a letter by Heinrich von Kleist from 1810 that was thought to be lost, in which the stories ‘The Earthquake in Chili’ and ‘The Marquise of O....’ as well as the drama ‘Kathy of Heilbronn’ play an important role.

29 July–7 September 2025

Caroline de la Motte Fouqué

She can be considered one of the most prolific writers of the early 19th century and one of the most famous of her time. On the (probably) 250th birthday of the author of novels, fairy tales, short stories, travelogues and a history of fashion, the summer exhibition is dedicated to her. To introduce this fascinating woman from Brandenburg, the museum is presenting treasures from its collection that have never been shown before.

8 October 2025–14 July 2026

Broken Harmonies. Kleist and Music

In 1811, Heinrich von Kleist wanted to ‘occupy himself with nothing but music’ for a year. Since then, a large number of instrumental works and operas have been written about Kleist's life and work, ranging from late Romanticism to electronic music. Both the significance of music for Kleist and the history of his musical impact are presented in the exhibition.

Exhibitions of the Kleist-Museum

Get an overview of the Kleist-Museum's exhibitions, including permanent, special and travelling exhibitions.