When can the exhibition be visited?

The exhibition can be visited on November 12, 2026, starting at 10 a.m. The museum is regularly open until 5 p.m.

What is the admission fee?

The regular admission fee for adults is 9 euros. Additional rates for children, teenagers, beneficiaries, and families are available.

Which eras does the exhibition cover?

The exhibition covers from the Stone Age through the Bronze and Iron Ages, as well as Roman antiquity to the early Middle Ages.

Are there offers for school classes and families?

Yes. The Reiss-Engelhorn-Museums offer guided tours, workshops, family offerings, and inclusive mediation formats.

Is the exhibition accessible for people with disabilities?

Yes. The exhibition includes a system for blind navigation, Braille and profile writing, tactile stations, videos in sign language, and offerings in Easy Language.

Where is the exhibition located?

The exhibition is located at the Museum of World Cultures of the Reiss-Engelhorn-Museums, D5 8, 68159 Mannheim.

Sunken History: Archaeology that Revives the Rhine and Neckar

Name: Sunken History - Archaeology at the Rhine and Neckar
Start: 2026-11-12T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-12T17:00:00+01:00
Location: Museum Weltkulturen

Sunken History: Discovering Archaeology at the Rhine and Neckar

The Reiss-Engelhorn-Museums invite you to an impressive journey through time from the Stone Age to the early Middle Ages at the Museum of World Cultures. The exhibition Sunken History. Archaeology at the Rhine and Neckar combines extraordinary original finds, atmospheric presentations, and interactive hands-on stations into a lively artistic experience of archaeology.

Traces of Early Humans

In the area of HumanTime, visitors encounter the fascinating world of early societies. Archaeological finds tell stories of everyday life, ingenuity, and survival strategies, making the distant past accessible as a concrete human experience.

Innovation in Metal and Social Change

The exhibition area Innovation in Metal is dedicated to the technological upheavals of the Bronze and Iron Ages. Tools, weapons, and other artifacts of metalworking illustrate how new materials changed the economy, craftsmanship, and social structures at the Rhine and Neckar.

Roman Lifestyles

A hint of Rome leads to a Roman road flanked by tombstones and stelae. The examination of archaeological originals offers insights into the Roman-Mediterranean way of life and the cultural connections of the region.

Early Middle Ages and Cultural Interconnections

In the area of Wild Peoples, exotic traded goods show how sustainably the Roman heritage continued to influence the early Middle Ages. The exhibition illustrates archaeology as a search for traces, making trade routes, migration, and cultural exchange visible.

Archaeology with All Senses

Elaborate presentations and eleven tactile stations enhance the aesthetic experience. Visitors can touch, among other things, the fur of Stone Age animals, depictions of gods on a Roman stone, the uniform of a Roman legionary, and medieval women's fashion. Braille and profile writing, videos in sign language with audio and subtitles, as well as offerings in Easy Language support cultural education.

Guided Tours and Educational Offers

The Reiss-Engelhorn-Museums offer guided tours, lectures, and special programs for groups, school classes, families, and inclusion groups. For schools and daycare centers, thematic guided tours and workshops on the Stone Age, the Neolithic Revolution, Rome, and the early Middle Ages are available.

Conclusion: The exhibition opens a sensory and academically founded encounter with the region's history. Original finds, spatial impact, mediation, and interactive elements make the exhibition atmosphere a sustainable aesthetic experience. Those who want to experience archaeology, cultural history, and vibrant museum education should definitely discover this artistic experience at the Museum of World Cultures on-site.