Following an extensive renovation, the Bumiller Collection welcomed guests once again
for the first time on September 26, 2025. At a festive evening event, among others, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Dr. Hans Eggenberger, and the holder of the Chair of Islamic Art History and Archaeology at the University of Bamberg, Prof. Dr. Lorenz Korn, paid tribute to the efforts of the collection’s founder, Manfred Bumiller.
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Curator Dr. Verena Daiber then presented the revised concept
for the University Museum and the redesigned permanent exhibition.
Hadi Alizadeh provided the evening’s musical accompaniment with traditional
and modern pieces played on classical Persian drums.

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Interested visitors had the opportunity to tour the newly renovated premises
and learn about the work that had been done while enjoying light refreshments.