ehem. Hauptzollamt / Museum für Moderne Kunst 3

Could a former customs office hold the key to understanding modern art? Here at the ehem. Hauptzollamt, now known as Museum für Moderne Kunst 3, the answer is a resounding yes. This striking building, diagonally across from the main MMK building, isn’t your typical museum. It began its life in 1927 as Frankfurt’s Main Customs Office. Today, it stands as a testament to the city’s commitment to showcasing cutting-edge art. The Museum für Moderne Kunst, or MMK, recognized the potential of this space. In 1999, they incorporated the ehem. Hauptzollamt into their family of exhibition spaces. Since 2007, it has become a dynamic platform for emerging artists and site-specific creations. This means that the art you encounter here is often brand new, made specifically for this unique space and for Frankfurt. Imagine walking into a gallery where every piece is a dialogue between the artist, the building, and the city itself. The ehem. Hauptzollamt is more than just a building; it is a canvas. Artists like Bunny Rogers in 2019 and Precious Okoyomon in 2020 have filled its rooms with their large-scale works. These weren’t pieces pulled from storage or borrowed from other collections. They were fresh perspectives, bold statements made specifically for this former customs office. The MMK has three locations. The main museum is on Domstraße, and then there’s the TOWER MMK in the Taunus Turm skyscraper. The ehem. Hauptzollamt, however, offers a distinct experience. It provides a space where the raw energy of contemporary art meets the historical weight of a former customs office. This contrast creates a unique tension, making your visit all the more memorable. The MMK’s dedication to nurturing young talent is evident in the exhibitions presented here. It is a place where you can discover the art stars of tomorrow, today.