A museum for families with children
A museum for families with children
Opening its doors in 2023, the Deutschlandmuseum is uniquely innovative. Inviting parents and children on a spellbinding journey through time, the exhibition of the Deutschlandmuseum provides an overview of German history in just an hour, with all the excitement of a theme park. This immersive experience means that learning is automatic for young and old alike: visitors do not need any prior knowledge.
An overview of 2000 years of German history in 4D
Taking the visitor on a journey through time, our exhibition combines the smells and sounds from past ages with historical artefacts and a range of interactive games for all ages, all set in realistic installations to recreate a captivating experience of the past.
Come with us and travel through 2000 years of German history: creep through a knight’s castle; use a reconstruction of Gutenberg’s printing press; find out how Martin Luther triggered the reformation of the church; dance in the Roaring Twenties; witness the destruction of Berlin in 1945; and experience the division of Germany, the fall of the Berlin Wall and German reunification. Brave time-travellers can walk through a total of 12 eras of German history.
From the deepest Middle Ages to modern Berlin
Learning through play
The exhibition combines education with entertainment, giving adults and young people the opportunity to have fun whilst learning about German history. The Deutschlandmuseum should be the first port of call for all those interested in exciting stories from Germany’s past. Anyone interested in engaging with Germany’s history should not miss out on a visit.
The whole family can play at numerous interactive stations: complete the Kaiser’s outfit with new accessories, use artificial intelligence to research the origin of the German flag, find the burglar who broke into a 1920s pharmacy, trade on the black market and switch between East and West German television. There are games for all ages from six years upwards.
Age recommendation
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The exhibition is suitable for children from the age of six when accompanied by adults.
The exhibition contains immersive representations of German history. Visitors may find some of its content distressing, especially portrayals of war and violence. The exhibition includes:
Flickering lights
Loud noises
Dark rooms
Open daily:
even on holidays
10-20 h
365 days a year
What makes a children's museum?
The Deutschlandmuseum is not a children’s museum but rather a museum for the whole family. Museums for kids should spark a sense of adventure and curiosity in young visitors. The Deutschlandmuseum sets a news standard in this regard, creating a shared experience for the entire family, with activities suitable for children aged 6 and up.
At what age is the Deutschlandmuseum worth visiting?
The Deutschlandmuseum’s interactive approach to presenting history offers a unique experience for children (aged 6 and up) and teenagers.
What does the German Museum offer for children?
The Deutschlandmuseum is not a children’s museum, but a museum for the whole family! This is thanks not only to its immersive design but also to the many playful, interactive stations. Both kids and adults can print on Gutenberg’s press, use artificial intelligence to explore the origins of Germany’s national colors, or solve a crime in the Weimar Republic.