When does the exhibition start?

The special exhibition starts on 17.06.2026 at 10:00 AM.

How much is the admission fee?

The admission fee is 11 euros for adults. Discounts may apply depending on eligibility.

Is the exhibition accessible for people with disabilities?

The Branitz Park is wheelchair accessible. Unfortunately, the castle itself is not accessible for wheelchair users due to stairs.

How can I best get to Branitz?

The museum can be reached by car, bicycle, and bus. The Pückler line 10 runs from the main station in a circular route to Branitz.

Are there guided tours or educational offerings?

The museum offers guided tours and educational formats. Current dates and booking options should be checked before visiting.

How much time should I plan for the visit?

Sufficient time should be planned for the exhibition and castle visit to allow the historical atmosphere of the place to take effect.

Lucie von Pückler at Schloss Branitz: Letters, Furniture, and History

Name: Special Exhibition: The Lady(s) of the House. A Search for Traces
Start: 2026-06-17T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-17T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Fürst Pückler Museum Park & Schloss Branitz

Rediscovering Lucie von Pückler: an exhibition between portrait, letter, and domestic culture

The special exhibition The Lady(s) of the House. A Search for Traces centers on the Fürst Pückler Museum Park & Schloss Branitz on the woman who significantly shaped the cultural memory of the house: Princess Lucie von Pückler-Muskau. The exhibition offers a precise, atmospherically rich view of the biography, life world, and impact of an exceptional personality of the 19th century.

An artistic experience with historical depth

At Schloss Branitz, the exhibition unfolds as an examination of works in the broadest sense: furniture, Asian art, and letters appear not merely as objects but as testimonies of an aesthetically shaped life. The view of Lucie connects cultural history, domestic culture, and the question of female presence in a representation-dominated noble house.

Letters, furniture, and lived history

The exhibition tells of the life of the princess and shows what remains of her on site. The preserved letters are particularly striking as they establish closeness while making the social structure of her time visible. In addition, the finest furniture and Asian art testify to the taste, educational interests, and the international horizon of the Pückler family.

Lucie von Pückler in cultural context

Lucie von Pückler-Muskau was considered witty, confident in negotiations, and educated by her contemporaries. The exhibition contextualizes these attributions art-historically and culturally, inquiring about her contribution to the life world of Branitz. This results in a nuanced picture of a woman who often disappears behind the famous prince in the historical narrative.

The castle as a resonating space

Schloss Branitz itself enhances the exhibition atmosphere: the historical location, the rooms, and the preserved furnishings make the search for traces sensually tangible. Visitors walking through the exhibition experience not only objects but also an aesthetic experience between memory, spatial effect, and historical imagination.

Conclusion

This special exhibition promises a meeting with Lucie von Pückler and the culture of the 19th century that is both educational and inspiring. Anyone interested in art history, museum education, noble culture, and the fine intertwining of lifestyle and collection history should definitely experience this exhibition live in Branitz.