Mendelssohn-haus

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4.7

( 8 reviews )

Art Museums, Virtual Reality Centers

Closed 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM See Hours

Goldschmidtstraße 12, 04103 Leipzig, Germany +49 3419-628-820

Introducing Mendelssohn-Haus Leipzig, the home of 19th-century composer Mendelssohn. Located in Leipzig, Germany, this museum offers interactive exhibits that provide insights into the life and work of the renowned composer. Visitors can explore the museum and learn more about Mendelssohn's musical achievements. The Mendelssohn-Haus is a popular destination for classical music lovers and offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world of this influential composer. With its rich history and captivating exhibits, Mendelssohn-Haus Leipzig is a must-visit for anyone interested in the life and legacy of Felix Mendelssohn.

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Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Wheelchair-accessible lift
Amenities
- Toilets
- Restaurant
Children
- Good for kids
Highlights
- Live performances

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Kim eriksson

March 22, 2024

I love this place! It is a 3-story house with even original wooden staircases from 1845. The ground floor is used more as a show place for works from Mendelssohn with some basic information about his timeline on the corridor wall but generally the ground floor has the most interactive functions in this museum. My favorite room is the Effektorium where you can try to be a conductor on yourself (it is a little pity that I have not found my favorite e-moll op 64), I do not know why I cannot upload a video here but I add a photo of the pink room. The first floor is all about Mendelssohn's life as a composer (even as a painter), his family and his connections during his time. It is really informative but it is really well designed. The plentiful information was organised in a structured way and was shown through different objects/media, so it is not that you read all the time, but try to get the information through different interactions. The second floor is about Fanny Hensel and you wil be partnered with her piano cycle "The Year". BTW there is even a picture room where you can change clothes and take a photo. I payed 8 euros for a student ticket and there are audio guides for other languages if you do not speak German. I don't know why but during my visit it was quite empty so on my side you can go there spontaneouly without making a reservation in advance.

Probal rahman

March 22, 2024

If you want to see/read/hear it all then plan for a couple of hours. It was €10 per ticket with a free audio guide. Multiple stories of the building dedicated to Mendelssohn!

Gordon mitchell

March 22, 2024

I really enjoyed my visit to Mendelssohn Haus. The staff made us feel welcome from the outset of the visit. There are some interactive things to play around with, and you can even conduct your own "orchestra" here! Upstairs in the Fanny Mendelssohn area, there are period clothes and a backdrop, so you can take a photo of yourself in a scene! These things would also be fun for younger visitors to try. The exhibits and the information on the Mendelssohns and their artistic colleagues was outstanding, and gave a really good feeling for the context of their compositions. Definitely worth a visit if you are interested in music.

Jen gray

March 22, 2024

Very nice museum. Not too large. Quiet when I visited (midday Tuesday). I didn't know that Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy was also a very accomplished visual artist (ink, watercolours…). I still hate his Elias/Elijah oratorio for its violent, evil theology!

Blake clifton

March 22, 2024

It is incredible. I highly recommend the Mendelssohn-Haus to everyone visiting Leipzig even if you aren't Fan of classical music/Mendelssohn himself. Original staircase from the 1800s, his exquisite apartment with original furniture, lots of stories and history.. At the same time SO modernised where you can try conducting his piece with high technology. Visit this instead of Bach museum!

Jam l

March 22, 2024

The kusstos was perfect and very interesting. They kept the originality of the house. The Music room with loudspeakers is must see. We had a private concert which was great. Everything was good experience. Very memorable one.

Lindsey o

March 22, 2024

This was an interesting museum about Felix Mendelssohn. There was an entire floor with artifacts and information about his sister Fanny as well. You can see the apartment where Mendelssohn lived. The audio guide worked well and shared a lot of information in English and other languages. The information was interesting if you enjoy history and classical music. There was a room on the top floor where kids could try on old fashioned clothes for a photo, and there was a room on the ground floor where you can try conducting an orchestra. We enjoyed our visit and would recommend.

Déborah roy

March 22, 2024

This is one of the best museums i visited so far! 🎵Interior design 10/10 - modern yet with a very elegant vintage taste 🎵Graphic design of the films 10/10 - loved the aquarelles, oil pastels and mininalist black and white drawings and animations 🎵Highly creative, interactive and high-tec when presenting the information 10/10 (or as GenZ says: "They left no crumbs") - every room is presented with suuch a creativity, one really has the feeling of time-travelling and meeting personally with the Mendelssohns and their long-lasting friends (e.g. Goethe, Chopin and sooo many more). Also variety of languages at the station where you meet their friends. 🎵 Digital Library where you can hear Felix' and Fanny's music 🎵Very friendly staff, who is always ready to help you and answer your questions 🎵Personal recommendation - have a stop at the museum shop and get that booklet with Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy's aquarelle drawings. It's in both German and English and it shows the hidden talent of this great composer. Bravissimo from an opera singer!