Favorites Spots at Museum Island: Heart's Choices
In the heart of Berlin, the Old National Gallery stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. For 26 years, Rüdiger Perleberg, a Museum Island Security Agent, has considered it his personal spot, a place where something is always happening.
The museum's exterior, inspired by Greek temples, boasts a prominent staircase leading up to a columned portico, creating a visually striking entrance. Inside, the spacious and light-filled interior houses significant 19th-century German and European art, including works by Caspar David Friedrich, Adolph Menzel, and others.
While the Old National Gallery does not have a specific, prominent "Dome Room" as a distinct feature, it is home to a unique space that offers a moment of relaxation in the middle of the museum. This area features shell-shaped structures on the ceiling, painted blue with golden stars, casting a beautiful and imposing sight. Every day, Scientific Volunteer Stefanie Meisgeier is amazed by this space, and conversations with visitors inspire Rüdiger Perleberg.
For Rüdiger, the Old National Gallery is a place where the new and the old are combined, where he finds joy regardless of the weather. He comes to work with a smile, enjoying being a point of information for visitors to Museum Island. Stefanie, too, finds joy in working at the Old National Gallery, drawing inspiration from its unique features and the conversations with visitors.
It's worth noting that while the Old National Gallery does not have a dome room like other Berlin landmarks such as the Reichstag and Berlin Cathedral, its unique features contribute to its overall architectural and cultural significance. The museum stands as a symbol of Berlin's cultural and architectural heritage, a place where something is always happening, and a personal haven for Rüdiger Perleberg.
This unique space within the Old National Gallery, featuring shell-shaped structures on the ceiling, offers a moment of relaxation and is a testament to the museum's interior design, contributing to the overall lifestyle experience of visitors. Stefanie Meisgeier, the Scientific Volunteer, is continually inspired by this area, while Rüdiger Perleberg finds joy in discussing its charm with home-and-garden enthusiasts who visit Museum Island.