The museum is dedicated to the life and work of the opera composer Johann Adolph Hasse.

The presentation starts with his childhood and youth, Hasse being a descendant of church musicians from Hamburg-Bergedorf.

[1] He and his wife, the opera singer Faustina Bordoni, gained international prestige and played respected roles at the European courts and theaters.

[2] The collection consists of text books of his operas (libretti), historical prints of musical compositions, scenic designs and costumes.

The museum makes use of multimedia appliances and is accessible to wheelchair users.