Colonial Era

The colonial era is a difficult chapter of German history, and Berlin holds sites and exhibitions that confront it. From museums to street names under debate, the colonial era here is increasingly examined rather than ignored. This overview gathers Berlin locations that engage with the subject.

Museums across the city address Germany's colonial past through exhibitions, objects and ongoing debates about restitution, while the African Quarter in Wedding and its contested street names spark discussion. Guided tours and cultural projects add context and voices often left out. It is a growing effort to reckon with a painful legacy.

Browse the venues below to explore the colonial era across Berlin, from museums to contested sites.