Deutsches Albert-Schweitzer-Zentrum
Museum, library, and archive in Offenbach on the life and work of Albert Schweitzer, with an interactive permanent exhibition and free admission.
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About the museum
The German Albert Schweitzer Center combines a museum, a library, and an archive on the life and work of Albert Schweitzer. It also serves as the office of the Deutscher Hilfsverein für das Albert-Schweitzer-Spital in Lambarene, which operates the center. In September 2023, the new premises in Offenbach am Main were opened with a ceremony in the Evangelische Stadtkirche.
The permanent exhibition "Albert Schweitzer – Grenzenlose Menschlichkeit im Denken und Handeln" traces his life path, above all his work as a doctor in Equatorial Africa. At its center is Schweitzer's original travel trunk, a symbol of a life between continents. A biographical entrance station and eight experience stations with original letters, sound recordings, films, a quiz, board games, and interactive panels also convey the relevance of his ethic of reverence for life.
The library holds more than 3,700 books in around 20 languages, including Schweitzer's complete published writings. The archive documents his life and work chronologically and is open to all for research. The center also lends two traveling exhibitions and offers programs for schools, students, and teachers.
Highlights
- Interactive permanent exhibition with originals from Schweitzer's estate
- Schweitzer's travel trunk at the center of the exhibition
- Audio stations with original recordings of Bach interpretations
- Library with more than 3,700 books and publicly accessible archive
- Admission free
Permanent exhibition
- Albert Schweitzer – Grenzenlose Menschlichkeit im Denken und Handeln – The exhibition shows Schweitzer's life path and his work as a doctor in Equatorial Africa, with originals from his estate and eight interactive stations.
- Operated by
- Deutscher Hilfsverein für das Albert-Schweitzer-Spital in Lambarene e.V.
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Admission to the museum is free. Guided tours for groups are available by arrangement; the catalog of the permanent exhibition is for sale.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- Elevator: not available
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The center is located on the third floor, and the building has no elevator.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
- Hands-on stations
Children and adults can both experience Schweitzer's work; the interactive stations particularly appeal to the younger generation.
Getting there & parking
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Amenities & dining
The catalog of the permanent exhibition, as well as books and teaching materials, can be purchased or ordered on site.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Expert, age-appropriate guided tours for groups (e.g., school classes, confirmation groups, senior groups) by arrangement. The exhibition offers audio stations, films on PCs, a quiz, and board games. |
