Blog of the Münchner Stadtmuseum

Münchner Stadtmuseum’s new blog lets readers peek behind the scenes to discover all that’s happening and changing while major renovations are underway—and after. The blog offers fresh takes on our museum’s initiatives and endeavors, with posts authored by colleagues from across the museum departments and beyond. We’ll be spotlighting selected objects from our extensive collection, using them to reflect on vital topics for society.

Happy browsing!

A New Beginning Behind the Curtain
Publication date
29 October 2026
Under ConstructionAt Any Rate
Major renovations, fresh ideas, and changes. An editorial by Dr. Markus Speidel introducing Münchner Stadtmuseum’s new blog.
A Dirndl’s Long Journey to Münchner Stadtmuseum
Publication date
29 October 2026
In Focus
1968: A mother in Germany knits a dirndl in bright red for her émigré daughter in Ethiopia
2023: A great-granddaughter brings the dirndl to Münchner Stadtmuseum and tells its story.
Porcelain Glove Puppets? Fritz Klee and Puppet Theaters
Publication date
29 October 2026
At Any RateOn the Road
Glove puppets are known for being punchy—quick-witted, but also quite literally ready to land a blow. Unsurprisingly, then, it’s unusual for glove puppets to be made out of porcelain.
Destroyed City
Publication date
29 October 2026
On the Road
In 2025, the Photography Collection at Münchner Stadtmuseum presented a selection of postwar photographs of ruins. This marked the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and a new edition of the book “Herbert List. memento 1945”.
Product – Advertising
Publication date
29 October 2026
On the RoadIn Focus
Posters and the products they advertise are inseparable. Yet what once went hand in hand is now often stored separately across museums. Our digital exhibition reunites these pairs for the first time.