Jena, 12.03.2026 – The Stadtmuseum Jena invites young explorers and their families on an exciting journey through time. During a special family tour followed by an excavation workshop, children can step into the role of archaeologists this coming Saturday.
- What: Family tour and excavation workshop
- When: Saturday, March 14, 2026, 2:30 PM
- Where: Stadtmuseum Jena, Markt 7, 07743 Jena
Discovering Hidden Treasures of the Past
Much of what we know today about human history lay hidden in the ground for centuries. It is archaeologists who bring these treasures to light through painstaking work. Numerous large and small finds are on display at the Stadtmuseum Jena, telling the story of the region’s eventful past. To make this theoretical knowledge tangible, the museum combines a guided tour of the exhibition rooms with a practical section for the youngest visitors.
Practice in the Museum Workshop
Following the discovery tour through the museum, the program moves to the museum workshop on Saturday afternoon. Here, curious researchers can get active themselves. Equipped with the necessary tools, participants learn about the delicate work involved in an excavation and can try their hand at their own uncoverings. The offer is specifically aimed at families and combines sound knowledge transfer with playful, haptic experiences.
Background: Hands-on History in the „Göhre“
The Stadtmuseum Jena, traditionally housed in the historical building ensemble of the „Göhre“ directly on the Jenaer Marktplatz, offers regular interactive formats alongside its permanent exhibition on city history. Archaeology plays a special role in the middle Saale valley: the fertile region was already densely populated in the Stone Age, the Bronze Age, and antiquity, which is why the soil of Jena represents a rich archive of human history. Museum educational offers such as the excavation workshop promote an early understanding in children for the careful handling of historical cultural assets and show that history consists not only of dry texts, but of tangible traces that must be preserved.
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Family tour with excavation workshop
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