When does the special exhibition run?

The exhibition can be seen from April 26, 2026, to January 10, 2027, at the Amberg City Museum.

Where is the event taking place?

At Amberg City Museum, Zeughausstraße 18, 92224 Amberg.

Is the entrance free?

No secure price could be found for general exhibition visits. Please check the current entrance information directly with the museum.

Are there guided tours for the exhibition?

Yes. The museum's website lists public tours, group tours, and further accompanying offerings for the special exhibition.

Is the museum accessible for people with disabilities?

The museum has a statement on accessibility and inclusive mediation offerings. For specific needs, it is advised to contact the museum directly.

What are the opening hours of the city museum?

Tuesday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed on Mondays.

Prechtl in Amberg: An Exhibition Full of Heads, Times, and Surprising Stories

Name: Heads. Times. Stories. Michael Mathias Prechtl on the 100th Birthday
Start: 2026-11-14T01:00:00+01:00
End: 2027-01-11T00:59:59+01:00
Location: Stadtmuseum Amberg

Art, Character, and Amberg: Experience Prechtl live on his 100th Birthday

The Amberg City Museum honors Michael Mathias Prechtl with the special exhibition Heads. Times. Stories. Michael Mathias Prechtl on the 100th Birthday. Works from the museum's own estate as well as numerous loans will be displayed, opening a view into one of the most distinctive artists of the city. The exhibition runs from April 26, 2026, to January 10, 2027, at the Amberg City Museum located at Zeughausstraße 18. ([stadtmuseum-amberg.de](https://stadtmuseum-amberg.de/de/aktuell/sonderausstellungen/koepfe.-zeiten.-geschichte-n-.-michael-mathias-prechtl-zum-100.-geburtstag?utm_source=openai))

An Artist Between Sharpness, Wit, and Scholarliness

Prechtl was born in Amberg, gained international recognition with cover illustrations for the New York Times and DER SPIEGEL, and developed a visual language that combines historical references, precise drawing, and critical observation of the times. The exhibition starts exactly there: it presents portraits, illustrations, and groups of works that condense his view of people, history, and the present. ([stadtmuseum-amberg.de](https://stadtmuseum-amberg.de/de/aktuell/sonderausstellungen/koepfe.-zeiten.-geschichte-n-.-michael-mathias-prechtl-zum-100.-geburtstag?utm_source=openai))

Strong Museum Framework for a Special Event Experience

The Amberg City Museum has been a fixed cultural address of the city since 1902 and is located in the historic building at Zeughausstraße 18. The museum combines architecture and exhibition experience, opens from Tuesday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. as well as Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and leads the audience right into a dense piece of city history. ([kulturportal-bayern.de](https://kulturportal-bayern.de/veranstalter/stadtmuseum-amberg/?utm_source=openai))

What Visitors Can Expect

The special exhibition complements the permanent exhibition A Tribute to Michael Mathias Prechtl and offers not only classic views of works but also educational offerings, guided tours, and inclusive formats. This creates a multifaceted museum experience for art enthusiasts, Amberg fans, and all those who appreciate original visual worlds with regional connections. ([stadtmuseum-amberg.de](https://stadtmuseum-amberg.de/de/aktuell/sonderausstellungen/koepfe.-zeiten.-geschichte-n-.-michael-mathias-prechtl-zum-100.-geburtstag))

Conclusion: Anyone looking to discover or revisit Michael Mathias Prechtl will find an extraordinary place to do so in Amberg. The exhibition connects biography, art history, and regional identity into an intense reason to visit. Dive into the works live at the Amberg City Museum and experience Prechtl's visual language on-site. ([stadtmuseum-amberg.de](https://stadtmuseum-amberg.de/de/aktuell/sonderausstellungen/koepfe.-zeiten.-geschichte-n-.-michael-mathias-prechtl-zum-100.-geburtstag?utm_source=openai))