Mitte in Leipzig, Saxony, Germany — Central Europe
Erstes Gewandhaus
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First Gewandhaus
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
1. Erstes Gewandhaus / First Gewandhaus Marker
Hier stand das Gewandhaus, das Messehaus der Tuchhändler. Das Gewandhausorchester, das hier ab 1781 Konzerte gab und unter Mendelssohn Weltruhm erlangte, ist das älteste bürgerliche Konzertorchester der Welt. Zu den Komponisten, die hier gastierten oder deren Werke uraufgeführt wurden, gehören Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Wagner und Brahms.
The Gewandhaus or cloth merchants' hall stood on this site. The Gewandhaus orchestra, the world's oldest civic concert orchestra, gave concerts here beginning in 1781 and grew to prominence under Mendelssohn. Composers including Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Wagner and Brahms gave guest performances or saw their works premiered here.
Erected by City of Leipzig and Free State of Saxony. (Marker Number 21.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1781.
Location. 51° 20.307′ N, 12° 22.652′ E. Marker is in Leipzig, Sachsen
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Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Leipziger Messen / Leipzig Trade Fairs (here, next to this marker); Wilhelm Wundt (within shouting distance of this marker); Das Erste Gewandhaus / The First Gewandhaus Concert Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Breitkopf & Härtel (within shouting distance of this marker); Altes Konservatorium / Old Conservatoire (within shouting distance of this marker); Guido Theodor Apel (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); „Große Feuerkugel“ / "Great Fireball" (about 90 meters away); Berühmte Bewohner am Neumarkt / Famous Residents of the Neumarkt (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Leipzig.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
2. Erstes Gewandhaus / First Gewandhaus Marker
The marker is located along the bottom right side of the entrance to the building.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
3. Erstes Gewandhaus / First Gewandhaus Marker
The view of the marker from across the street.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 28, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 26, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 3 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 28, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
