buchstabenmuseum

Discover the untold story behind the closure of the unique Berlin Buchstabenmuseum. Explore its iconic collection of neon signs and historic typography, and understand why this beloved, volunteer-run institution, a true piece of Berlin's identity, had to close its doors after 20 years. A must-read for anyone interested in Berlin history and urban typography.

The End of an Era: Why the Beloved Berlin Buchstabenmuseum Had to Close

Berlin (category)
7 min read
11/10/202504/11/2025

There is a story online that Berlin has more than 200 museums. If this is true or not, we don’t know but one of my favorite art museums in the city is known as Buchstabenmuseum, but I like to call it the Museum of Letters. I like to call it like that because, inside the building, you will see a large number os neon signage from Berlin and around the world.

Buchstabenmuseum in Berlin: Exploring the Museum of Letters

Berlin (category)
4 min read
26/06/201403/11/2025

On the Wall – Lettering versus Calligraphy

Berlin (category)
3 min read
22/05/201425/11/2023