The basis of the collection is the August Sander Archive, the world's largest collection of the famous Cologne photographer (1876-1964). With a view to Sander's objective and concept-orientated photography, the collection has expanded to include other works related to his approach by other historically important and contemporary artists such as Bernd and Hilla Becher, Kad Blossfeldt, Jim Dine and Candida Hofer. The Photographic Collection displays its own holdings as well as works on loan from other institutions in constantly changing exhibitions.
The exhibitions are also accompanied by a comprehensive programme, which includes guided tours, workshops and seminars.
The exhibitions are also accompanied by a comprehensive programme, which includes guided tours, workshops and seminars.
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Openings
Long Thursday: On the first Thursday of the month, the exhibitions are open until 9 pm.
Dayoff: Wednesday
Price info
Price adult: €6.50
Price reduced: €4.00
Admission is free on the first Monday of every month.
Eligibility
Bad Weather Offer
Suitable for any weather
for families
for individual guests
Parking facilities
The Photographische Sammlung is easy to reach by public transport, as the S-Bahn and U-Bahn station Hansaring, as well as the U-Bahn stop Christophstraße are in the immediate vicinity.
Arriving by car is just as easy, as the Mediapark, where the Photographische Sammlung is located, has an underground car park.
Arriving by car is just as easy, as the Mediapark, where the Photographische Sammlung is located, has an underground car park.
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