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Museum · Düsseldorf, Renânia do Norte-Vestfália
K20 Grabbeplatz
20th-century art museum in the Altstadt, with a curved black granite façade and works by Picasso, Matisse and a large collection of Paul Klee.
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About K20 Grabbeplatz
K20 is one of the two homes of the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, the state's art collection, established in 1961. It is located on Grabbeplatz square, on the edge of the Altstadt, in a building with a curved black granite façade opened in 1986 and expanded in 2010.
The collection focuses on 20th-century art. It began with the purchase of a large group of works by Paul Klee, which remains one of the highlights, and also includes Picasso, Matisse, surrealist artists and postwar American art.
Temporary exhibitions change throughout the year and some require a timed ticket. There is a combined ticket with the K21, valid on different days.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From about 1.5 to 2.5 hours.
Best time
On weekdays, in the morning. The museum is closed on Mondays and usually stays open late on the first Wednesday of the month; check before you go.
How to get there
It's in the Altstadt, a 3-minute walk from the Heinrich-Heine-Allee subway station.
Tip
For popular temporary exhibitions, buy the timed ticket on the official website. Children and teenagers up to 17 years old enter free. Combine it with a walk through the Altstadt.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about K20 Grabbeplatz
What's the difference between the K20 and the K21?
The K20 shows 20th-century art, like Klee and Picasso; the K21 is devoted to contemporary art. They are different buildings, about a 20-minute walk from each other.
Is there a ticket for both museums?
Yes, there is a combined K20 and K21 ticket, valid for one entry to each venue, even on different days.
On which day is it closed?
It usually closes on Mondays. Also check for closures during Carnival and at the end of the year.