Museum
State Museum for Nature and Man
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The State Museum for Nature and Man (Landesmuseum Natur und Mensch) in Oldenburg offers a captivating blend of natural history and ethnography. Its permanent exhibitions showcase the region's geological past, including fossils and minerals, alongside artifacts from Oceania, Africa, and the Americas. The museum's highlight is the 'Mammoth Hunters' exhibit, featuring Ice Age tools and a life-sized mammoth model. Interactive stations let visitors touch real animal pelts and examine specimens under microscopes. The ethnographic collection includes intricate masks, textiles, and ritual objects, providing insight into diverse cultures. Temporary exhibitions often address contemporary topics like climate change and biodiversity. Housed in a neoclassical building near the city center, the museum is a family-friendly destination that combines education with wonder.
Don't miss
- See the life-sized mammoth skeleton and Ice Age tools
- Explore the 'World of Whales' exhibit with a sperm whale skeleton
- View intricate Pacific Islander navigation charts
- Touch real fossils and minerals in the hands-on area
- Check the rotating special exhibitions on science and culture
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit State Museum for Nature and Man
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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