The museum will be closed from 22 June to 7 July 2026.

Reopening on 8 July 2026 with a new exhibition.

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Red Dot Milestones 2026

Outstanding products from all over the world will be on display at the Red Dot Design Museum from July. The "Red Dot Milestones" exhibition showcases the year’s best designs, selected by the Red Dot jury. The cutting edge of product design across all areas of life.

starting on the 8 July

Design on Stage 2026

Spread over five floors, the exhibition gives visitors a comprehensive overview of current product design developments. It gives visitors the opportunity to familiarise themselves with some of the basics of good design at the beginning of their visit.

starting on the 8 July

Focus on Your Experience

Capture Your Experience

Capture special moments – fascinating architectural details, the play of light and shadow throughout the space, or the unique features and subtle nuances of our exhibits.

Every photo tells the story of your visit to the museum and keeps the memory alive. Relive the day again and again, or share your experience with others.

Often, it is the little things that make your visit special.

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Unique: The Red Dot Design Museum in Essen

More than 1,500 products

Touch and try!

Design trail

Our Tours

On a tour of discovery at the Red Dot Design Museum

On Sundays, we offer half-hour public tours (in German) at 2 p.m. and 2.30 p.m. respectively. Participation is free of charge (prior registration is recommended).