The Philara Collection is a public exhibition space for international contemporary art. Located in the former Lennarz glassworks in Düsseldorf’s central Flingern district, it now hosts both solo exhibitions and thematic group exhibitions across 1,700 square meters. The Gil Bronner Collection, comprising over 1,800 works, is also on view here. The program is diverse: in addition to collaborations with the Düsseldorf Art Academy—as seen in past exhibitions such as *Mirrors and Windows*, *Attempts to Be Many*, and *What Is Steady Anyway?* —solo presentations by internationally active female artists also take place here. For example, the Philara Collection hosted the first solo exhibitions in Germany by Mercedes Azpilicueta and Sumi Anjuman. In group exhibitions on current themes, such as *Breathing Water, Drinking Air* or *Cutting the Puppeteer’s Strings*, we bring together emerging artists with established, globally active artists. In collaboration with other institutions, the Philara Collection also hosts events such as dance and theater performances, concerts, talks, and symposia. On the roof of the building—which was renovated by Sieber Architekten and has won two architectural awards—there is also a 550-square-meter sculpture garden as well as a café featuring works of art, which operates as the Bulle Bistro during the day and as the Weinbar by Bulle in the evening.
This place is certified!
Important information about accessibility: certificates
All areas relevant to the assessment meet the quality criteria for the“Accessibility Tested—Partially Accessible for People with Mobility Impairments” designation.
We have compiled some information on accessibility below. Detailed information can be found in the inspection report.
- There is no parking space available for people with disabilities.
- The Birkenstraße bus stop is located approximately 150 meters away.
- The rooms and facilities on the ground floor that are accessible to guests are either step-free/at ground level or accessible via a ramp. The upper floor and the rooftop terrace are accessible only via stairs, as are two small exhibitions in the basement (however, a 3D tour is available as an alternative).
- There are no slopes steeper than 6%.
- All doors and passageways accessible to guests are at least 90 cm wide.
- Exhibits and information are primarily viewable while seated.
- There is a public restroom for people with disabilities that is accessible from both sides (at least 90 cm). The grab bars in the restroom can be folded up.
- No guided tours are offered for people with mobility impairments or wheelchair users.
We have compiled some information on accessibility below. Detailed information can be found in the audit report.
- There is no induction loop system available.
- Information about the exhibits is provided in writing.
- Guided tours are not offered for people with hearing impairments or who are deaf.
All areas relevant to the audit meet the quality criteria for the“Accessibility Tested—Partially Accessible for People with VisualImpairments” designation.
We have compiled some information on accessibility below. Detailed information can be found in the inspection report.
- Service dogs are welcome.
- All areas are brightly lit without glare.
- The stair treads do not provide sufficient visual contrast. Stairs have at least one handrail on one side. Exception: the steps on the ground floor.
- Information about the exhibits is presented with high visual contrast.
- Information is not available in Braille or prism braille.
- No guided tours are offered for people with visual impairments or blind people.
We have compiled some information on accessibility below. Detailed information can be found in the audit report.
- The museum’s name is clearly visible from the outside.
- The destinations along the paths are usually within sight.
- Information about the exhibits is provided in writing, but not in simple language.
- No guided tours are offered for people with cognitive disabilities.
Important information at a glance
- Open today
Friday 16:00 - 20:00 Saturday 14:00 - 18:00 Sunday 14:00 - 18:00
