An exhibition about Berlin, the Olympic Games and everyday life under the Nazi dictatorship
Embark on the journey of a visitor arriving in Berlin in the summer of 1936. During the Olympic Games, the city presents itself to the outside world as modern, vibrant and cosmopolitan. Yet behind the carefully staged façade, the Nazi dictatorship has long since come to dominate every aspect of life.
Image gallery
Oberbaumbrücke
Recreated rooms, historical film footage and original photographs paint a picture of a city full of contradictions – between metropolitan flair and propaganda, apparent normality and exclusion.
Audio guide
The audio guide takes you on a journey through Berlin in 1936. You’ll explore the city from a visitor’s perspective: from Tempelhof Airport via Schöneberg and the bustling city centre to cinemas, the nightlife and, finally, the Olympic Games.
What’s there to experience?
Historically reconstructed rooms
Rooms faithfully recreated to provide insights into everyday life in Berlin in the summer of 1936 – from private living rooms to cinema auditoriums.
Immersive experiences
Recreated venues and impressive projections bring the atmosphere of the Olympic Games to life and convey the image of a city in a state of emergency.
Historical documents and exhibits
Contemporary documents, posters and personal everyday objects tell the stories of the people and their lives behind the major historical events.
A journey through time with a shift in perspective
The exhibition links historical context with personal stories, allowing visitors to experience first-hand the contrast between the glamour of the Olympic Games and the reality of the Nazi regime.
- The exhibition and the audio guide are available in German and English.
Additional information
Opening hours
- Monday: 10 am to 8 pm
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday, Thursday: 10 am to 8 pm
- Friday, Saturday: 10 am to 9 pm
- Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm
