Clear the stage! There is a well-balanced choice of concerts, theatre events or exhibitions, readings or lectures. A must: the architecturally unique Felix Nussbaum Museum.

It presents the largest collection of works by the artist Felix Nussbaum (1904-44) worldwide. During the persecution by the Nazis, Nussbaum asked that his paintings not be allowed to die. Here they live on reminding the visitors of the darkest times in German history.

In the neighbouring Museum of Cultural History there is a permanent exhibition on the history of Osnabrück. There are also numerous changing exhibitions, often highlighting works from the collections belonging to the museum. Not far away is the Art Gallery Dominican Church. Built around 1300, this former church with its impressive atmosphere is one of the most outstanding galleries in north Germany. There is a succession of exhibitions of contemporary art.

One annual highlight is the cross section of media art in the present day at the European Media Art Festival. A tour of our wide range of museums with our special “Kulturkarte” (cultural ticket) is definitely worth it. For example, the Museum of Industrial Culture (economic and social history) or the Museum at Schölerberg, Nature and Environment with the Planetarium.

Delve into the life and works of the Osnabrück-born, world-author Erich Maria Remarque (1898- 1970). His views regarding the brutality of war can be studied at the Erich Maria Remarque Peace Centre. One look at the stage: The Osnabrück theatre offers drama, music and dance theatre as well as performances by the children’s and youth theatre OSKAR. With its Art Nouveau facade it is one of Germany' s most beautiful theaters.

Enjoy musical highlights in the Stadthalle, the traditional location for concerts from big stars. In the Old Town with its shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants you also find the “Lagerhalle”. This former warehouse from the 19th century is a culture and communications centre with 500 events each year. Whether cabaret festival, theatre, cinema or concert – the events on offer are as varied as anywhere else in town. Art and culture, entertainment and leisure are well catered for.