When is the exhibition open?

The special exhibition runs at TECHNOSEUM from 25.06.2026 to 27.06.2027. It is open Tuesday to Sunday and on holidays from 9:00 to 17:00.

What is the admission price?

The regular admission for adults is 12 euros. Reduced admission costs 9 euros.

Are there guided tours or workshops?

Yes, TECHNOSEUM offers guided tours of the special exhibition as well as workshops for schools. Additionally, there are tactile tours and tours in German sign language.

Is the exhibition accessible?

TECHNOSEUM is accessible to everyone, but not completely barrier-free. However, there are accessible guided tours, offerings in sign language, and an app optimized for screen readers.

What is the best way to get there?

By public transport, the museum can be reached via the stops Luisenpark / TECHNOSEUM and TECHNOSEUM South. For driving, it is advisable to use the address Theodor-Heuss-Anlage 2 or Friedensplatz 2 for navigation systems.

Is photography allowed?

The exact rules can be checked on-site or through the museum guidelines. Visitors are advised to look at the visitor regulations of TECHNOSEUM.

CRIME at TECHNOSEUM: Fascinating Trail Through Technology, Deception, and Criminal History

Name: CRIME – The Technology of Crime
Start: 2026-09-18T09:00:00+02:00
End: 2027-06-27T17:00:00+02:00
Location: TECHNOSEUM

CRIME at TECHNOSEUM: Where Crime, Technology, and Cultural History Meet

In the TECHNOSEUM Mannheim, the special exhibition CRIME – The Technology of Crime unfolds an unusual art experience that intertwines science, cultural history, and contemporary society. Ten stations across six floors reveal how closely investigation, deception, and technical advancement are connected.

An Exhibition as a Trail Through Six Floors

The atmosphere of the exhibition thrives on movement, curiosity, and attention to detail. Visitors follow a clearly defined route through a building that itself becomes a scene of thought. Fingerprints, composite images, counterfeit money, encrypted messages, and digital manipulations guide visitors through different chapters of crime and technology history.

From Forensics to Deep Fakes

The connection between historical object culture and contemporary media reflection is particularly strong. The exhibition shows how crime and investigation have always been aligned with the technological possibilities of their time. From DNA analyses to video spectral comparators to computer hacks and deep fakes, the curation opens a panorama that combines aesthetic experience with social education.

Interactive Stations for Families, School Classes, and the Curious

The exhibition focuses on an expanded sense of engagement with the work: not just observing, but testing, comparing, deciphering, and experiencing. A rally leads through the stations, where participants can crack codes, read traces, and take identification photos. There are special formats for children and families, as well as guided tours and workshops for schools.

Accessible Access and Educational Offerings

TECHNOSEUM offers tactile tours and tours in German sign language for the special exhibition. The exhibition texts are available in German and English, as is the accompanying app and the rally booklet. This creates an inclusive educational offering that takes cultural education seriously and opens various access points to the exhibition.

Conclusion: A Cleverly Staged Art Experience with Contemporary Relevance

CRIME – The Technology of Crime combines criminal tension with museum precision. Anyone visiting Mannheim will not just experience a mere display of objects but a multi-faceted journey through the history of technology, media, and culture. This exhibition is definitely worth the trip on-site – for all who appreciate clever staging, vivid presentation, and surprising perspectives on our present.