The Berlin Academy of Fine Arts is located in the very center of Berlin on Paris Square. Art academies began to open in Europe in the 17th century. They were first opened in Italy and France . In Berlin, the academy was founded by Frederick the third in 1696. Initially, the academy performed educational and educational functions. The Second World War played a big role in the fate of the academy. The main building was damaged during the war, and the archive and exhibition rooms partially survived. After the division of Germany into Western and eastern states, these premises served as checkpoints. Trespassers were also held here. After the reunification of Germany, the Berlin Academy of Fine Arts was restored. Today, the building has a glass facade, symbolizing transparency and accessibility for all interested visitors. The educational and educational functions of the Academy have been suspended. Today it is a social, charitable and community center in Germany. Conferences, meetings, etc. are held here. The academy is open to visitors regularly. Tourists can visit the archive and exhibition halls preserved from the time of the Prussian Academy. The Berlin Academy of Fine Arts is a great legacy of 17th century European culture that has survived to the present day.