Museum Heylshof — 100 Years Anniversary and Exhibition Program
Year-long festival program for the 100th anniversary of Museum Heylshof
About Heylshof — 100 Years
The Museum Heylshof — Worms' Cultural Jewel
The Museum Heylshof at Stephansgasse 9, directly opposite the Worms Cathedral, is one of the lesser-known highlights of Worms' cultural landscape. It originates from the patronage of the Worms leather industrialist family Heyl, who amassed an extensive art collection in the second half of the 19th century. In 1926, the collection was made accessible to the public, leading to the establishment of the Museum Heylshof.
The Collection
On two floors, the Heylshof presents paintings from the 16th to 19th centuries—including works from German, Dutch, and French schools—sculptures, precious crafts (porcelain, furniture, tapestries), and a small but fine collection of medieval treasures. The institution is among the most remarkable privately founded museums in Rhineland-Palatinate.
100th Anniversary 2026
The year 2026 marks the museum's 100th birthday. Throughout the year, special exhibitions, lectures, concerts, and retrospectives will take place to honor the history of the house and the diversity of its collections. Exact dates can be found on heylshof.de.
Museum of the Month March 2026
In recognition of its cultural significance, the Museum Heylshof was honored as "Museum of the Month March 2026" by the Ministry of Family, Women, Culture, and Integration of Rhineland-Palatinate. This award acknowledges outstanding museum work in Rhineland-Palatinate and adds significant weight to the anniversary year.
Heylshof — 100 Years — edition 2026
The year-long anniversary program offers an occasion to rediscover the relatively unknown art museum opposite the Worms Cathedral. Regular visitors and newcomers alike will find special reasons to visit.
Combination with Cathedral and Andreasstift
A cultural day in Worms can be well-rounded by visiting St. Peter's Cathedral, the Museum Heylshof, and the Andreasstift Museum.
Programme Heylshof — 100 Years 2026
The exact program for 2026 will be continuously published by the museum. The structure follows the established cornerstones of the anniversary concept:
Special Exhibitions
- Retrospectives from 100 years of collection work
- Presentations of special collection pieces
- Temporary exhibitions related to Worms' city history
Lectures and Concerts
- Lecture series on the history of the Heylshof and the Heyl family
- Classical concerts in the festival hall
- Discussions with curators
Special Dates
- May 17, 2026 International Museum Day — free admission
- March 2026 Award as Museum of the Month
- Opening and celebration ceremonies throughout the year
Highlights Heylshof — 100 Years 2026
- 100th anniversary of a significant art institution in Worms
- Year-long festival program
- Museum of the Month March 2026
- Free admission on Museum Day, May 17
Prices Heylshof — 100 Years 2026
Practical information — Heylshof — 100 Years
Address
Museum Heylshof, Stephansgasse 9, 67547 Worms (directly opposite the Cathedral).
Opening Hours
Regular opening hours are available on heylshof.de. Free admission on International Museum Day (May 17, 2026).
Admission
Regular museum admission, with concessions for students and groups. Exact prices are available on the website.
Anniversary Program
Special exhibitions, lectures, and concerts throughout the year. Updates are available on heylshof.de under "Aktuell" (Current).
Getting There
Worms Main Station is approximately a 10-minute walk away. Parking is available at Adenauer-Ring and Dom-Center.
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