Thank you for two years of Museum Reinhard Ernst

 

Overview

Two years ago, the Museum Reinhard Ernst opened its doors — creating, for you and together with you, a new place for international abstract art in the heart of Wiesbaden. Since then, we have experienced countless encounters with art: surprising, inspiring, and sometimes deeply personal moments of discovery.

The architecture of our museum alone continues to inspire many people time and again. Designed by the renowned Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki, the museum building has added a new cultural meeting place to Wiesbaden — one that has gained international recognition. Open and filled with natural light, the building is entirely dedicated to art and its visitors.

What delights us most are the many moments of discovery our visitors experience here — the moments when someone says:
“I didn’t know these artists before. This is the first time I’m hearing about them here!”

These kinds of discoveries are what bring art to life. A current example is our special exhibition dedicated to the Austrian artist Wolfgang Hollegha. Many of our visitors encounter his work for the very first time here at the Reinhard Ernst Museum — discovering one of the most important representatives of abstract painting in Austria. The fact that Hollegha is now being presented in Germany for the very first time in a solo exhibition makes this encounter even more special.

And in the months ahead, the museum will continue to be a place of new perspectives: in November, our next exhibition, Couleur Vivante, will open — an exhibition full of color, energy, and groundbreaking artistic positions.

On the occasion of our second anniversary, there is one thing above all that we would like to say: thank you! Thank you to all the visitors who have filled the Reinhard Ernst Museum with life, curiosity, and enthusiasm over the past two years. To those who return regularly — whether for our exhibitions or our events. To those who share their experiences at the museum with us. And that is exactly what we would like to celebrate with a special giveaway:

Share your moment of discovery with us

Was there a work of art, a female artist, or an artist you discovered for the first time at our museum? A special moment that surprised, moved, or inspired you?

Then share your personal moment of discovery with us!

Whether as a photo, video, voice message, email, or letter — we look forward to hearing your stories. →

Among all submissions received by June 12, 2026, we will raffle off three annual passes Carmine Red (each worth €90)* for the Reinhard Ernst Museum.

We look forward to your memories, impressions, and new discoveries — and to many more years together filled with art.

*Terms and conditions of the giveaway: The winners will be announced on our social media platforms Facebook and Instagram and will also be contacted via their chosen method of submission (email, direct message, or letter). Three Karminrot annual passes, each worth €90, will be raffled off. The prizes are personal, non-transferable, and cannot be redeemed for cash. Eligible participants must be at least 18 years old and reside in Germany. Employees of the organizer are excluded from participation. The giveaway ends on June 12, 2026. Winners will be selected at random after the closing date. If winners do not respond within 7 days, a new draw will take place. The organizer reserves the right to exclude participants who violate the terms and conditions or attempt to manipulate the giveaway. Legal recourse is excluded. This giveaway is in no way connected to Meta, Facebook, or Instagram and is neither sponsored, supported, nor organized by them. Information on data protection can be found here: https://www.museum-re.de/en/privacy-notice/