Silver model of the flagship ‘HMS Victory’ for Emperor Wilhelm II, 5063
© Model of the ship Victory, second half of the 19th century, silver, 5063 / Stiftung Hohenzollernscher Kunstbesitz / © Stiftung Preußische Schlösser und Gärten Berlin-Brandenburg / Stiftung Humboldt Forum im Berliner Schloss, Video panorama and Exhibition design: chezweitz, Photo: Alexander Schippel
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World Politics and the Berlin Palace – A Tour on Colonial Traces in the Humboldt Forum

Discover how the reconstructed Berlin Palace reflects Germany’s colonial past. This guided tour through the Humboldt Forum highlights key historical moments, including the 1884 Berlin Africa Conference, and shows how imperial ambitions shaped architecture and collections. With a mix of historical objects and contemporary art, the tour offers an engaging introduction to the colonial legacy and its impact today.

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In the Humboldt Forum's foyer there is a 17 meter high media tower, called "cosmograph". It gives visitors comprehensive information about their visit and can transform into an art and light installation.
© SHF / David von Becker
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