Testimonies of political persecution 1945-89
The permanent exhibition "Imprisoned in Hohenschönhausen: Testimonies of political persecution 1945 to 1989" shows around 500 rare exhibits and more than 300 historical photos on 700 square meters. In addition, 100 media stations are available to visitors. The focus of the exhibition is the experiences of the victims during their imprisonment in Hohenschönhausen.
Image gallery
Inhaftiert in Hohenschönhausen, Prolog der Ausstellung © Luise Wagener
Inhaftiert in Hohenschönhausen, Ausstellungshalle mit Themeninseln
Inhaftiert in Hohenschönhausen, Chronologie zur Geschichte des Haftortes Hohenschönhausen © Luise Wagener
Inhaftiert in Hohenschönhausen, Büro des Gefängnisleiters
For the first time, the offices of the former prison administration are also on display. A separate exhibition area provides information about the working and living environment of the prison staff. An audio guide is available from the visitor service of the memorial.
In a 360-degree virtual reality film, the viewer becomes a prisoner themselves. The short film is based on the "interrogation protocols" of the GDR dissident and writer Jürgen Fuchs. On a virtual journey into the past, viewers experience interrogations and everyday life in the Stasi prison. They meet guards, interrogators and cell neighbors.
Admission is free.
Additional information
Opening hours:
Daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Free admission
Audio guides in German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Danish and Russian are available free of charge from the visitor service
Accessibility
The exhibition is barrier-free. The exhibition is accessible for wheelchair users via a lift. Please contact visitor services for information on how to use it.
