Villa Schlieffen will be open for tours again on Saturday, March 15, at 11 am. A wonderful opportunity to explore this historic site free of charge and learn more about its fascinating past.

The villa has been open to visitors again since 2023 and is presented in the condition in which it was left after the withdrawal of the Soviet military.

The impressive work “Sanctus” by Barbara Hammer, which is part of the Döpfner Collection, is also currently on display.

You are welcome to register for a free viewing via info@villa-schoeningen.de.

On March 21 at 2 pm, Villa Schöningen invites you to an exclusive curator’s tour through the current exhibition “Fabric. Textile and the Female Nude”. Under the guidance of curator Pola van den Hövel, visitors will gain in-depth insights into the multi-layered connection between materiality and body representation in art.

The exhibition sheds light on how clothing, drapery and fabrics have influenced the representation of the female body over the centuries – whether as an expression of sensuality, protection or social standardization. On display are works by Lucas Cranach, Rembrandt, Paula Modersohn-Becker, Cindy Sherman and other artists.

Beginning March 26, experienced yoga teacher Angelique Eichenseher will once again be offering special weekly yoga classes at Villa Schöningen. She will offer a unique combination of movement, breathing and mindfulness in the historic exhibition rooms or, if the weather permits, in the garden designed by Lenné.

Angelique Eichenseher has years of experience as a yoga therapist and designs her classes for all levels of experience. The combination of yoga and the inspiring atmosphere of Villa Schöningen makes every session a special experience.

On Thursday, March 27, nude drawing with a live model will once again take place in the exhibition “Stoff. Textile and the Female Nude” at Villa Schöningen.

Led by artist Katrin Seifert, the event is aimed at anyone interested in art, regardless of their level of experience. The exhibition offers an inspiring backdrop for your nude drawings. No previous experience is necessary! Please bring your own drawing materials, such as sketch pads, pens and a firm base (A3).

Please note that the number of participants is limited. To secure your place on the nude drawing course, we recommend that you register in advance by emailing info@katrinseifert-art.de.

Our Salon Format invites you to a special concert evening in the Villa Schöningen café.

Carla Lené (formerly Marlene Carla Hoffmann) studied classical singing but found her passion in jazz. With her warm voice and cross-genre style, she interprets jazz standards and her own songs. Together with Tom Sehrer (piano), David Millian (drums) and Paul Polster (bass), she creates unconventional arrangements characterized by lyrical intensity, rousing grooves and multi-faceted melodies.

At the same time, Villa Schöningen is presenting the exhibition “Stoff. Textiles and the Female Nude”, which sheds light on the relationship between textiles and the female body in art – with 43 works ranging from 17th century masterpieces to contemporary positions.

We are delighted to invite you to the reading “Good Morning Lehnitz” on May 9 at 7 pm at Villa Schöningen!

Potsdam author Christine Anlauff will read from her autobiographically inspired novel Good Morning Lehnitz, which sheds light on the challenges and hopes of young people during the time of reunification. She will also share insights from her work Frühlingsschimmern, set in Potsdam before the fall of the Berlin Wall.

The event is part of the series Interventions: 35 Years of the Fall of the Wall at Villa Schöningen. This series connects art, history, and the culture of remembrance at one of the most significant historical sites of German division. Located directly at the Glienicke Bridge, the villa was a key site for Cold War spy exchanges and a symbol of Germany’s division. Today, it serves as a space for art and reflection on these historical events.

Admission to all events is €10 (reduced €8) and includes access to the current exhibition Fabric: Textiles and the Female Nude at Villa Schöningen. As the number of participants is limited, we kindly ask you to register in advance at info@villa-schoeningen.de.