When can the exhibition be visited?

The exhibition is open on October 15, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM. The regular opening hours of the rem foundation museums are Tuesday to Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM.

What is the entrance fee?

The regular admission for adults is 12 Euros. Reductions apply to certain eligible visitors, students, trainees, and volunteers.

Are there tours through the exhibition?

Yes. Public tours take place on the fourth Sunday of the month, except in December and March, at 2 PM. Participation costs 4 Euros plus admission and the number of participants is limited.

What content can I expect in the exhibition?

Around 200 objects from the Siberian collection and other exhibits will be shown, including shamanic equipment, an extraordinary antler cap, ritual figures, amulets, and instruments.

Where is the entrance located?

The exhibition is presented in the rem foundation museums. The entrance is located in the museum quarter at the address D5 1 in 68159 Mannheim.

Are there offerings for school classes and groups?

Yes. There are tour offers available for school classes and bookable group tours during and outside the regular opening hours.

Shamans of Siberia: A Fascinating Journey Between Ritual, Nature, and the Spirit World

Name: Shamans of Siberia – Between Worlds
Start: 2026-10-15T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-15T17:00:00+02:00
Location: Reiss-Engelhorn-Museen, Museum Weltkulturen

Shamans of Siberia: A Fascinating Journey Between the Worlds

The special exhibition Shamans of Siberia – Between Worlds at the Reiss-Engelhorn Museums Mannheim offers an insightful access to the origins and transformations of shamanic practices. Around 200 objects from the unique Siberian collection, complemented by other high-profile exhibits, interactive stations, and vivid illustrations, connect ethnological research, cultural history, and aesthetic experience.

Ritual Objects with Impressive Presence

At the center of the examination are shamanic equipment, ritual figures, amulets, and instruments. An extraordinary antler cap is among the highlights of the exhibition. Its distinctive materiality and symbolic form language refer to the close connection between spiritual practice, landscape, and community.

Between Humans, Nature, and the Spirit World

The exhibition presents shamans as mediators between humans, nature, and the spirit world. Their knowledge, rituals, and service to the community are visible in various cultural contexts. Everyday items and weapons illustrate how closely spiritual activity was tied to the respective environment and social living conditions.

Cultural Education Beyond Common Stereotypes

The curation brings the diversity of shamanic concepts and roles into focus. At the same time, the exhibition critically engages with prevalent stereotypes and highlights modern developments. Interactive stations and illustrations create an accessible framework for a deeper engagement with the cultures of Siberia.

Exhibition Atmosphere and Aesthetic Experience

Between ritual forms, organic materials, and symbolically charged objects, a unique exhibition atmosphere emerges. The examination of the works opens sensory access to sound, movement, body, and landscape. Thus, a visit to the museum becomes an artistic experience that combines art historical expertise with personal perception and cultural education.

Accompanying Program and Tours

Alongside the exhibition, the Reiss-Engelhorn Museums offer public tours, lectures, and other events. Public tours take place on the fourth Sunday of the month, except in December and March, at 2 PM. Additional tour offers are available for school classes and groups.

Conclusion: An Exhibition as an Invitation to Shift Perspectives

Shamans of Siberia – Between Worlds welcomes visitors with an impressive connection of object history, spiritual practice, ethnological research, and aesthetic experience. Those who wish to learn about the diversity of Siberian cultures and critically question familiar notions of shamanism will find an extraordinary place for examining works in Mannheim. A visit to the exhibition enriches the perspective on the relationship between humans, nature, and spiritual order sustainably.