Stiftung Deutsches Schiffahrtsmuseum
About the funder
The Stiftung Deutsches Schiffahrtsmuseum is a legally established foundation under civil law based in Bremerhaven. It was founded in 1971 and opened as a research museum in 1975. Since 1980, it has been a member of the Leibniz Association and bears the additional title Leibniz Institute for Maritime History. The museum combines research, archives, library, and collection management and is considered unique in the German-speaking region. With over 60,000 objects, approximately 380,000 archival materials, and more than 100,000 specialist publications, it is one of the largest maritime museums in Europe.
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Mission & Vision
Understanding history, present, and future from the perspective of the sea – this is the guiding principle of the DSM. Ships serve as the key to a connected world: they link society, politics, science, and the environment, making the museum a place for exploring and experiencing the dynamic relationship between humans and the sea.
Target groups
The German Maritime Museum is aimed at all generations and social groups: families, children and school classes, adult learners, researchers, as well as the general public. Researchers have access to the library and archive. The geographical focus is on the North German region with national and international reach through the Leibniz Association.