Suche
Mein Konto
Discover the secrets: Curator's tour of the Erlangen City Museum!
On October 9, 2025, the Erlangen City Museum will present a curator's tour of the exhibition “THINGS ARE!” with Andreas Thum.
Discover the secrets: Curator's tour of the Erlangen City Museum!
There will be an exciting curator's tour in Erlangen today at 6:30 p.m. for anyone interested under the title “THINGS ARE!” take place in the city museum. The event organized by Wiesentbote was announced, offers a unique look at around 50 curious or enigmatic objects from the museum collection. The city museum's research assistant, Andreas Thum, will present his personal “Top 10” objects and provide interesting insights into the idea and creation of the exhibition.
Participants are explained why many of the objects shown are considered “questionable”. This promises not only excitement, but also many aha moments. But be careful: the number of participants is limited and registration is required. Those interested can contact us by phone at 09131/86-2300 or by email stadtmuseum@stadt.erlangen.de register. More information about the exhibition is available on the city museum website: Erlangen City Museum.
The history of Erlangen and its collections
The city museum is not only dedicated to exhibiting curious objects. It also tells the multifaceted history of Erlangen from the first settlements through the Huguenot period to the modern university. A stocking weaver's chair from 1716 commemorates the important role played by the Huguenots in this region in the 17th and 18th centuries. Crafts such as stocking weavers, glove makers and carpet weavers were introduced by them and still shape the city's cultural heritage today.
The permanent exhibition in the city museum is rich in historical finds and documents. From archaeological treasures to machines from the industrial era, the collection offers a fascinating overview of the city's development. Everyday objects from past centuries, including household items and toys, are also part of this living historical narrative. This all contributes to portraying Erlangen as a baroque city with a rich cultural heritage that is deeply rooted in the past while remaining future-oriented Museums in Bavaria emphasized.
If you want to experience the living history of this city and the winding narrative of its collections up close, you should definitely stop by the city museum this evening. There are not only many interesting objects to discover here, but also the opportunity to gain very special access to the historical exhibits through Andreas Thum's tour. Enthusiastic museum visitors are cordially invited to be inspired by a tour!