When can the exhibition be visited?

The exhibition is open on October 3, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

What is the admission fee?

The regular admission for adults is 12 Euros. For children from six years and those eligible for discounts, the admission is 9 Euros.

What topics does CRIME cover?

The exhibition covers forensic science, DNA analyses, composite sketches, encryption, cybercrime, deep fakes, product piracy, and regional criminal cases.

Are there interactive stations?

Yes. Visitors can crack Enigma codes, compare fingerprints, create a mug shot, and navigate through a laser tunnel.

Is TECHNOSEUM wheelchair accessible?

TECHNOSEUM is accessible but not fully wheelchair friendly. There are barrier-reduced options and special tours for people with visual impairments.

How can I get there using public transportation?

TECHNOSEUM is accessible by public transport. The recommended destination is the TECHNOSEUM stop; current connections can be checked through the VRN travel planner.

CRIME at TECHNOSEUM: Discover the Fascinating Technology Behind Crimes

Name: CRIME – The Technology of Crime
Start: 2026-10-03T09:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-03T17:00:00+02:00
Location: TECHNOSEUM

CRIME at TECHNOSEUM: When Technology Makes Crime Visible

The special exhibition CRIME – The Technology of Crime transforms TECHNOSEUM into a walkable laboratory of criminal and cultural history. Over ten stations across six floors show how closely crime, enlightenment, and the technological development of their time are interconnected.

Between Forensics, Codes, and Digital Deception

The exhibition leads from DNA analyses and composite sketches to computer hacks and deep fakes. Historical methods meet current technologies and make visible how methods of deception, surveillance, and evidence collection are changing. Crime appears not as an abstract topic, but as a social phenomenon with technical, cultural, and historical dimensions.

Interactive Work Exploration Instead of Passive Museum Visit

The artistic experience at TECHNOSEUM thrives on active engagement. Visitors can crack codes on a replica of the Enigma encryption, compare fingerprints, create their own mug shot, and navigate through a laser tunnel like master thieves through a security system. A rally connects the ten stations and invites participants to solve tasks and read forensic traces themselves.

Regional Cases and Spectacular Objects

The exhibition links international technological history with regional events. Topics such as the Mannheim post robbery of 1949, the diesel emissions scandal Dieselgate, and product piracy show how differently crimes manifest. The exhibits include, among others, a video spectral comparator for verifying signatures, a blown-up ATM, and a counterfeit Harry Potter book in Chinese.

Exhibition Atmosphere and Cultural Education

The spatial effect across six museum levels creates a dynamic exhibition atmosphere between evidence preservation, technological history, and playful discovery. The curation is aimed at families, teenagers, and adults, combining sensory experience with professional mediation. The interactive stations make complex topics from computer science, biology, media education, and forensics tangible.

Conclusion: An Artistic Experience for Curious Trace Seekers

CRIME – The Technology of Crime welcomes visitors with interactive experiments, historical cases, and surprising objects. The exhibition shows that every technical innovation also opens new possibilities for deception and enlightenment. Those who wish to connect criminal history, science, and aesthetic experience should experience this extraordinary special exhibition at TECHNOSEUM live.