Current Situation
Focus on the collection – Staatsgalerie “goes green”: energy-saving constructional measures as a major opportunity
The entire collection, presented in its current form as a chronological journey through 700 years of art history, will only be on view until the end of September 2026. Don’t miss it! This year, we’re offering a particularly extensive program of centered around our collection.
The good news first: The Staatsgalerie will not be closing completely at any point and will continue to showcase your favorite works in ever-changing presentations!
Starting in spring 2027, we will present our masterpieces of classical modernism in the Kunstgebäude at the Schlossplatz, likely until 2034. During this time, the Staatsgalerie will experience partial closures, initially in the Old Building and, presumably starting in 2030, in the entire Stirling Building.
After more than 40 years of operation, the Staatsgalerie will then undergo a phase of renovation and modernization, expected to last until 2034, due to the need to bring it upto the latest standards in terms of energy efficiency and technology.
On this page, we answer the most important questions about the renovation works, provide information on current measures and their impact on museum operations. We show you what has already been done and regularly provide you with exciting insights into the renovation process.
Latest News
Partial closures in the Old Building starting in July 2026
As part of the preliminary measures in the Old Building, Rooms 13 through 15—which house works of European painting from before 1900—will be closed to visitors for approximately two weeks starting July 1, 2026. While Rooms 13 and 15 will subsequently reopen and display the usual artworks, Room 14 is expected to remain closed to the public until summer 2027.
In addition, at the end of July 2026, the monumental Hölzel glass windows in the foyer on the ground floor of the Old Building will be removed, and the Schlemmer mural will be encased. Starting in late August, the artwork “One Potato Two Potato Three Potato & (More)” by Lawrence Weiner will be temporarily removed. The works mentioned will not be displayed in the stairwell of the Old Building during the renovation work and will therefore remain temporarily unavailable until summer 2027.
Due to the dynamic nature of the situation during the renovation work, changes may occur at short notice and will be communicated on this page if necessary.
The Staatsgalerie will never be completely closed during the renovation works.
Prof. Dr. Christiane Lange, Director of the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart
Q&A
To permanently preserve the architecturally unique ensemble of buildings of the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart – one of Germany’s most important art museums – and make it energy-efficient for the future, extensive modernization and renovation work will be necessary in the upcoming years. The following overview provides answers to the most important questions regarding this project:
The Staatsgalerie Stuttgart is already preparing intensively for the upcoming extensive renovation of the Stirling Building.
The renovation of the Staatsgalerie is planned in phases. According to current plans, the first preliminary measures in the Old Building will be starting in 2027. This will require partial closures in the Old Building and adjustments to the exhibitions. The plan is to relocate parts of the Stirling Building’s exhibition to the Kunstgebäude, starting in February 2027. Works from the Old Building will then be temporarily moved to the Stirling Buildung. Starting in 2028 at the earliest, the overall renovation is scheduled to begin first in the administrative building and then in the museum area. During the work in the museum area, the Stirling Building will have to be closed. The implementation of the construction measures for the overall renovation is subject to budgetary approval. Changes to the schedule or extent of the closures therefore cannot be ruled out.
From September 2026 until approximately summer 2027, the windows in the Old Building’s stairwell will be replaced. During this time, the staircase on the ground floor of the Old Building leading to THE GÄLLERY as well as to the Dutch and Old German Masters will be slightly narrower, as it must be partially closed for the work, although it will remain accessible and usable. Museum operations in the Old Building will continue as usual during this period.
Also starting in September 2026, the so-called “Zapfenbau” – which houses the visitor restrooms on the ground floor of the Old Building – will be temporarily vacated for nine months. The windows and facades in this part of the building will also be renewed. During this construction phase, visitor restrooms will only be available in the Stirling Building.
Starting in the second quarter of 2027, the windows in the north wing of the Old Building on the ground floor and upper floor will gradually be modernized. The renovations will be carried out in several phases, as the individual rooms are technically interconnected. Accordingly, temporary room consolidations and changes in the access to exhibition areas will be necessary.
All of the measures mentioned are part of the strategic overall plan. They create the structural and technical foundation necessary for the extensive renovation of the Stirling Building, which is expected to begin in 2030, without having to close the museum completely.
The modernization and renovation work at the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart began in February 2026 with the first phase of preliminary measures. In the Old Building, these measures are intended to improve the technical and infrastructural condition of the building. They are part of the strategic overall plan and create the structural and technical foundation necessary for the extensive renovation of the Stirling Building, which is expected to take place from 2030 to 2034, without having to close the museum entirely.
The Staatsgalerie Stuttgart will never be closed completely. During the renovation of the Stirling Building, which is expected to last from 2030 to 2034, the Old Building will remain open with its collection for exhibitions. To enable this, construction work will already begin 2027, which may lead to partial closures in the Old Building.
The limitations resulting from the renovation work are reflected in the admission prices. During partial closures, for example, we offer our visitors discounted admission to the collection. Please check for the current ticket prices prior to your visit and note that short-term changes related to the progress of the construction work may occur.
The Kunstgebäude at the Schlossplatz serves as a temporary exhibition space. Starting in February 2027, the masterpieces of classical modernism from the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart will be on display there.
The iconic Kunstgebäude at the Schlossplatz is a central location for art and culture. It hosts exhibitions, festivals, and events organized by Stuttgart’s cultural institutions, along with accompanying programs that invite our city’s community to experience culture together. As a modern exhibition and event location with multifunctional and technically well-equipped spaces, the Kunstgebäude offers a diverse cultural program for visitors from a variety of target groups. Current exhibitions and events at the Kunstgebäude can be found on
Founded in 1843 as the “Museum of Fine Arts” by King Wilhelm I of Württemberg, the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart is now one of the largest and most renowned art museums in Germany, with a . Since Prof. Dr. Christiane Lange took over as director of the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart, 3,100,379 guests have visited the museum. The Staatsgalerie’s collection includes a rich selection of masterpieces in painting, sculpture, and graphic art from the 14th century to the present day. Visitors walking through the Staatsgalerie will discover works by Picasso, Monet, and Beuys, as well as Oskar Schlemmer’s famous “Triadische Ballett.” In addition to temporary exhibitions, there is a wide-ranging educational program with a keen sense of current discourse, designed for young and old alike, as well as people with special needs. A wide variety of approaches to art and art history are offered in both analog and digital formats. As one of the largest art institutions, the Staatsgalerie fulfills the five core responsibilities of state museums: collecting, preserving, researching, exhibiting, and educating. These responsibilities guarantee for all of us the institution’s role in education, access to significant works of art, and the preservation of these significant art works for future generations.
Thanks to its unique architecture, the ensemble of buildings stands out as a landmark in the cityscape. The museum currently offers 12,000 square meters of exhibition space, distributed among the Old Building designed by architect Georg Gottlob Barth (1843) with the extension by Albert von Bok (1888), the postmodern building by James Stirling (1984), and the Steib Hall designed by the Basel-based architectural duo of the same name (2002). All buildings are interconnected. In addition to the Old Building and the Stirling Building, the Kunstgebäude at the Schlossplatz opened in 2024, offering around 1,100 m² of exhibition and event space.
The significance of the Staatsgalerie for the city and the region is demonstrated not only by its rich collection of masterpieces but also by various awards. For example, the postmodern Stirling Building has been officially classified as a “cultural monument of special significance” since 2014.
In 2016, the Staatsgalerie also became the first museum in Germany to be awarded ISO certifications for its energy and environmental efforts, thereby playing a pioneering role in the field of within the museum landscape.
After more than forty years of continuous intensive use, the museum spaces and the administrative building of the Staatsgalerie require renovation. As part of the general renovation, especially the technical systems need to be brought up to modern museum standards. Therefore, they will be reconstructed. The renovation of the building envelope, combined with a redevelopment of the glass roofs and technical systems, aims to enable energy-efficient building operations.
The purpose of the extensive renovation and modernization in the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart is to permanently preserve the heritage-protected building complex, improve its energy efficiency, and prepare it for the future, as well as to offer visitors the best possible experience.
The Staatsgalerie Stuttgart is aware that the temporary restrictions for its visitors during the renovation work are noticeable and thanks everyone for their support of these important measures to protect the heritage-protected building complex.
The Staatsgalerie Stuttgart is intensively preparing for the upcoming major renovation of the Stirling Building, which is expected to begin in 2030.
The Staatsgalerie's renovation is planned in phases. According to current plans, preliminary measures in the Old Building are scheduled to begin in 2027. These will require partial closures of the Old Building and adjustments to the exhibitions. Starting presumably in 2027, parts of the Stirling Building’s exhibition are to be relocated to the Kunstgebäude. Works from the Old Building will then be temporarily moved to the Stirling Building. Starting in 2028 at the earliest, the overall renovation is scheduled to begin first in the administrative building and subsequently in the museum area. During the work in the museum area, the Stirling Building will have to be closed. The implementation of the construction measures for the comprehensive renovation is subject to budgetary approval. Changes to the schedule or extent of the closures can therefore not be ruled out.
The Staatsgalerie Stuttgart will never be completely closed during the renovation work. The Staatsgalerie will use the Kunstgebäude at the Schlossplatz as a temporary location. Starting in 2027, masterpieces of classical modernism from the Staatsgalerie will be exhibited there.
The Staatsgalerie Stuttgart is being renovated and modernized. The State of Baden-Württemberg is the owner and building contractor. is responsible for the construction work in collaboration with independent architectural offices.
On behalf of the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart, Commercial Director Dirk Rieker serves as the overall coordinator of all renovation measures and as the construction manager for the energy-efficiency and technical renovation of the building complex.
As a media or press representative, you can access the latest press releases with information and news about the renovation in the press area of the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart. You can also sign up for the Staatsgalerie’s press mailing list to receive first-hand information via email in the future.
You are also welcome to contact Diana Maier, press officer of the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart, directly:
Kontakt
Diana Maier
Pressesprecherin
T +49 711 470 40-275
diana.maier@staatsgalerie.bwl.de
We currently expect construction to take several years. Our aim is to reopen the Stirling Building for its 50th anniversary in 2034.
Prof. Dr. Christiane Lange, Director of the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart
Milestones
2026
In anticipation of the planned overall energy-efficient renovation of the Stirling Bau, ongoing maintenance work is necessary during the museum’s regular operations to preserve the building’s structural integrity. The current phase includes building maintenance measures as well as maintenance for technical systems to ensure ongoing operations.
2025
- Intensive planning and preparation for the phased renovation and modernization work in the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart.
- Extensive renovation of the Staatsgalerie restaurant, followed by its reopening as the “Café & Restaurant Fresko.”
