Berlin, Germany - August 24, 2024

Thousands of visitors, including tourists and Berliners alike, thronged the streets of Berlin on Saturday night, August 24, 2024, immersing themselves in the vibrant cultural atmosphere of the "Lange Nacht der Museen" (Long Night of Museums). From 6 PM until 2 AM, the city's museums, galleries, and cultural institutions opened their doors, offering a unique blend of art, history, and interactive experiences. This year's event saw participation from 75 museums across Berlin, hosting a staggering 750 events. Photographs captured the iconic Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom), its majestic dome towering over Museum Island. The cathedral, one of the largest Protestant churches in Germany, and a historical dynastic tomb were a focal point for visitors exploring the cultural heart of Berlin. Nearby, the James Simon Gallery and the Neues Museum, central to Museum Island, drew large crowds. The Neues Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcased its classical and neo-Renaissance architecture, while the DDR Museum offered a nostalgic glimpse into life in former East Germany. The Deutsche Historische Museum, housed in the baroque Zeughaus and a modern exhibition hall, provided a deep dive into German history, housed in the baroque Zeughaus and a modern exhibition hall. Food trucks and stalls dotted the event, with visitors enjoying a variety of international cuisines. Long queues formed as people waited to enter the famous museums while others relaxed with drinks, soaking in the festive atmosphere. Public transport, including Berlin's iconic trams, was crucial in moving the crowds between the numerous participating venues. Contemporary attractions like the Futurium were prominently featured in the evening's itinerary. The museum, renowned for its forward-looking exhibitions on the future of humanity, nature, and technology, was open and welcomed visitors, symbolizing Berlin's dynamic cultural landscape.Transcript from Hannah, a visitor at today's event:"I wanted to see if I could get into the Altes Museum, I think I’ve never been there, even though I already live in Berlin. I think more cities should do this because it’s actually a really cool event, especially to bring it closer to more people."Transcript from Andreas Mintert at the "Bud Spencer Museum":"We’ve been here at this location since June 27, 2021, which, by the way, is the 5th anniversary of Bud Spencer’s death. That specific date was chosen on purpose. It was very important to Bud Spencer’s son, Giuseppe, that we open the museum on that day."Transcript from Johannes Sturm, Program Conception Officer at the Futurium:"We are the Futurium, the House of Futures here in Berlin. We want to discuss the question with people: how do we actually want to live? We do that in many different areas, including in our exhibition. We have a totally diverse event program, with workshops, guided tours, and that’s exactly how we’ve also shaped the Long Night of Museums today."