When does the exhibition take place?

The event is scheduled for 23.12.2026.

Where can the exhibition be seen?

At the Stadtmuseum Amberg on Zeughausstraße 18, 92224 Amberg.

What is the entrance fee?

According to web research, admission is free.

Is there a supporting program?

Yes, the exhibition is accompanied by a varied supporting program.

Is the exhibition barrier-free accessible?

Special exhibitions at the Stadtmuseum Amberg are accessible according to museum information via elevator and hydraulic platform, but the historical building structure imposes limits.

Am I allowed to take pictures in the exhibition?

Photography without flash is permitted in the museum; different rules may apply for special exhibitions.

Heads. Times. History(ies)

Name: Special Exhibition Heads. Times. History(ies) – Michael Mathias Prechtl
Start: 2026-12-23T12:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-12-23T18:00:00+01:00
Location: Stadtmuseum Amberg

Experience Michael Mathias Prechtl anew: A special exhibition with depth of field

The Stadtmuseum Amberg opens the special exhibition Heads. Times. History(ies)., providing an art-historically appealing perspective on Michael Mathias Prechtl, the painter, draftsman, and illustrator born in Amberg. The exhibition honors his work on the occasion of his 100th birthday and showcases works from the estate acquired by the city of Amberg in 2025, as well as loans from private collections, some of which have not been publicly displayed for a long time. Prechtl gained international recognition, among other things, through cover illustrations for The New York Times and DER SPIEGEL. ([stadtmuseum-amberg.de](https://stadtmuseum-amberg.de/de/aktuell/sonderausstellungen/koepfe.-zeiten.-geschichte-n-.-michael-mathias-prechtl-zum-100.-geburtstag?utm_source=openai))

Between City History and Image Poetry

The presentation anchors Prechtl's art in the cultural memory of Amberg. The Stadtmuseum sees itself as a place where art, history, and culture come together; thus, the special exhibition not only opens a consideration of his work but also offers an aesthetic experience that intertwines biography, city identity, and visual language. Prechtl's visual worlds are considered multilayered and full of allusions, sharpening the gaze and intensifying the art experience. ([stadtmuseum-amberg.de](https://www.stadtmuseum-amberg.de/?utm_source=openai))

Loans, Estate, and New Perspectives

Especially exciting is the mix of newly acquired estate works and private loans. This creates an exhibition situation that juxtaposes familiar and surprising elements. Visitors encounter an artist deeply rooted in Amberg, yet who had an impact far beyond the region. The museum complements the exhibition with a varied supporting program that promotes cultural education and in-depth engagement. ([stadtmuseum-amberg.de](https://stadtmuseum-amberg.de/de/aktuell/sonderausstellungen/koepfe.-zeiten.-geschichte-n-.-michael-mathias-prechtl-zum-100.-geburtstag?utm_source=openai))

A Museum with Character

The AMBERG.MUSEUM unites the city museum, city gallery, and glass cathedral under one roof. Particularly significant for exhibition practice: special exhibitions are easily accessible in the building, photography without flash is allowed, and the museum offers regular opening hours from Tuesday to Friday from 11 am to 4 pm as well as Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. The city gallery Alte Feuerwache showcases contemporary art and stands out as a place for painting, graphics, sculpture, object art, photography, new media, and installations. ([stadtmuseum-amberg.de](https://stadtmuseum-amberg.de/en/visitor-information/helpful-information-and-museum-map?utm_source=openai))

Visit, Atmosphere, and Context

Those who visit this exhibition experience not just a mere showcase of works but a concentrated journey through an artistic life work that connects historical references, formal precision, and narrative density. The exhibition invites visitors to read Prechtl's visual language in space, to decipher details, and to perceive the connection between art and the city anew. A visit is worthwhile for everyone who appreciates exhibitions with depth, art-historical context, and vibrant communication. ([stadtmuseum-amberg.de](https://stadtmuseum-amberg.de/de/aktuell/sonderausstellungen/koepfe.-zeiten.-geschichte-n-.-michael-mathias-prechtl-zum-100.-geburtstag?utm_source=openai))