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Jena, August 05, 2026 – The Städtische Museen Jena are intensifying their review of collection holdings. A total of 279 objects acquired between 1933 and 1945 have been subjected to a detailed examination.
In response to the current heatwave, the city of Jena is offering free admission to municipal museums this weekend, providing air-conditioned spaces as temporary heat protection shelters.
On June 27 and 28, 2026, Jena’s municipal museums will offer free admission, providing a cool retreat and cultural highlights during the summer heat.
Jena (16.02.2026) – Thüringen often prides itself on its high density of cultural institutions. However, away from the major landmarks like the Wartburg or the Weimarer Klassik sites, the reality often looks bleak. A research project at the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena is now addressing this very issue.