Museum festival in the Franciscan Museum: Discover History Active!

Museum festival in the Franciscan Museum: Discover History Active!

Villingen-Schwenningen, Deutschland - On November 3, Villingen transformed into a true festival! The museum festival in the renowned Franciscan Museum promises an unforgettable experience for the whole family. On the extensive area, visitors can immerse yourself in various activities-from fascinating guided tours to thrilling hands-on stations to bizarre and entertaining appearances. The highlight of the festival? The mysterious Celtic princely grave that will arouse the curiosity of many! Beautiful insights and encounters are waiting to be discovered.

a wheel of history

center of the festival is the spectacular representation of the invention of the wheel, a milestone in human history from over 5,000 years. Creative workshops and exciting lectures bring this topic to the present and tangible. Children and adults will be enthusiastic on the nostalgic carousel, while new perspectives on the permanent exhibition illustrate the "round" topic through short tours. And don't worry about hunger: delicious food and drinks are ready!

a true work of art in the Black Forest

The Franciscan Museum, the largest cultural -historical museum in the region with an impressive exhibition area of 2,500 square meters, offers a unique view of history. In the former Franciscan monastery, a multifaceted collection extends from prehistory to the present. Visitors can use the free audio guide, both in German and in English, to get even deeper insights into the exhibitions - including the city's history, the Black Forest collection and the famous Celtic Fürstengrab Magdalenenberg.

But that's not all! In parallel to the museum festival, bargain hunters can stroll through the charming historic old town of Villingen on Sunday. From 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., numerous shops with exciting promotions and seductive offers-a shopping experience of the extra class!