Das Auswanderermuseum

Welcome to BallinStadt – The Emigration Museum in Hamburg, a place where you can immerse yourself in the moving story of emigrants and understand the fate of millions of people. Our museum is a living reminder of those who left home to start a new life far away.

BallinStadt in Hamburg is a place where the history of emigration comes alive. Our exhibitions tell the stories of emigrants from all over the world who had the courage to leave their homeland in the hope of a better life. From Europe to America, from the 1850s to the present day – here you can experience the journeys and fates of these people at first hand.

Our exhibitions offer fascinating insights into the reasons for emigration, the harsh conditions on board the emigrant ships and the challenges of starting over in a foreign land. You can visit authentic emigrant homes, discover personal stories and understand how emigration changed the world and cities.

Visit BallinStadt in Hamburg and immerse yourself in the moving world of emigrants. Learn more about the stories of people who had the courage to go new ways and appreciate the importance of migration and cultural exchange in our globalised world.