Kaiserslautern Battern Family Travels KMC |
The Theodor Zink Museum is located on the north end of the walkplatz in Kaiserslautern. It is housed in an 18th century carriage house that served as a travelers' inn. Be sure to take time to enjoy the pictures hanging on the wall in the courtyard's entryway. Although the museum is relatively small, there is a great deal to see. The museum has one or two significant pieces from each period throughout its history. The first room to the right at the top of the stairs covers the "prehistory" period. Adjacent to this is a room with a model of early Kaiserslautern and artifacts spanning its history. The last room covers events in the 20th century. Over 60% of Kaiserslautern was destroyed during World War II. Sobering pictures of the destruction and reconstruction can be seen in this room. Open-Hours: Tuesday to Friday from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm and on Saturdays and Sundays from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm. If you continue further north, the walkplatz ends at the sculpture fountain. The sculptures are whimsical animals and inanimate objects, many of which have seats. In warmer weather water sprays from the sculptures. In colder weather, they are a great place to take pictures. The Palatinate Gallery of Art on Museum Square was built in 1875-1880 from plans by Karl Spatz. The neo-Renaissance building, originally meant as a trades museum, now houses the most important collection of paintings in the Palatinate. The Gallery is open to visitors daily (except Mondays) from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m, on Tuesday to 7:00 p.m. The historical hostelry "Zum Spinnrädl" (The Spinning Wheel), built in 1740, is the only remaining half-timbered building in the city |
