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What is Sammlung Boros (Boros Collection) and Why Should You Visit?

by | Mar 7, 2024 | Walking Tour

Berlin is Germany’s unique capital – a city of art and cultural groups. Of the many museums and galleries around the city, the one worth notable mention is the Sammlung Boros better known as the Boros Collection. Art and design enthusiasts who would like to feel and taste modern artwork are definitely recommended to come here. Now let’s go through the details of what distinguishes the Sammlung Boros from other contemporary galleries.

The History and Location of Sammlung Boros

The Sammlung Boros is integrated in a former Second World War air-raided shelter in the district of Mitte in Berlin. This huge concrete building became the private art gallery of Christian Boros and his wife, Karen Boros. The building as well as the history that it holds make the art even more interesting to look at here.

The Collection

Sammlung Boros is mainly interested in art since the 1990s. All the works displayed in the collection were either made by recognized artists or followed the newest trends characteristic of modern art. From sculptures to installations, paintings to multimedia pieces, the collection encompasses a wide range of artistic mediums.

The Selection Process

Not as Seen on TV is personally selected by the owner and collector Christian Boros. The knowledge and insight in contemporary aboriginal art himself, and the cohesion achieved, leaves one with a provoking aesthetic. More specifically, the process of choosing art considers not only pieces themselves and their relations with the space and other pieces.

The Experience

As distinct from the conventional museums, organization of visits in Sammlung Boros is possible only guided. Because of the restricted number of visitors, visitors have more opportunities to participate in the matter personally. All the tours are taken by experts who give more information on the works of art, the artists behind the work, and the plan of the galleries.

Planning Your Visit

However, Sammlung Boros has become very popular so its visitors should plan ahead in order to gain access. Here are a few helpful tips:

Book your visit in advance: It is strictly prohibited to make a walk-in order or reservation, prior booking is needed. You should use the link to their website to purchase your ticket.

Arrive on time: If you’re late for a scheduled tour you may not be allowed entry regardless of the reason for your lateness.

Be prepared for security measures: For that reason the collection is located in a building that used to be a shelter, so there are some checks. All the information given by the staff members must be adhered to.

Allow ample time: It is said to take about 90 minutes, so adjust your time to allow you get the best of the art deserves.

Respect the rules: Taking pictures is prohibited and interferential contact with the artworks is also prohibited. Read the instructions to learn how to maintain the collection for the other guests.

Final Thoughts

Sammlung Boros creates one of the exclusive chances for visitors as well as, admirers of contemporary art to get acquainted with the artworks in THIS setting. From the perspective of the experienced art lover as well as the new comer to the art viewing experience, the collection is sure to provoke new ideas, question the viewers, and expand the art viewer’s vision. Therefore, next time you visit Berlin do not lose a good opportunity to visit Sammlung Boros and go through an extraordinary art experience.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

  • 3.5 hours walking tour
  • Berlin’s major highlights
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Reichstag and Berlin Wall
  • Historical sites

Free Walking Tour Berlin

When: Every day 10am & 12pm every day
Where: The meeting point is in front of the ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt Berlin, Oranienburger Straße, 10117 Berlin, Germany, next to the entrance.
Price: Free