Swifties flood German museum to see painting referenced in 'The Fate of Ophelia' video

Taylor Swift Fans Flood German Museum

A German museum has been overrun by Taylor Swift fans due to a painting resembling the opening scene of her video "The Fate of Ophelia".

The Hessische Landesmuseum in Wiesbaden saw hundreds of additional visitors over the weekend to admire the Art Nouveau painting by Friedrich Heyser featuring Ophelia.

The Swifties' goal: an Art Nouveau painting by Friedrich Heyser featuring Ophelia, Hamlet's beloved in William Shakespeare's play.

Museum spokesperson Susanne Hirschmann confirmed the increase in visitors to The Associated Press.

Author's summary: Taylor Swift fans flock to German museum to see painting from her video.

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KRCG KRCG — 2025-10-17