Museum for Sepulkralkultur
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Museum for Sepulkralkultur
This museum challenges the taboo surrounding death through an exploration of cultural attitudes and practices.
Founded in Kassel, it showcases artifacts from the Middle Ages that inform on global death and dying rituals. Unique features include meditative spaces with funerary art, headstones, and sculptures depicting death.
Noteworthy Highlights
🪦 Historical Artifacts: Relics from various cultures that reflect attitudes towards death.
🖼️ Temporary Exhibitions: Regular showcases from their extensive collection.
🚍 Accessible Transport: Easy access via trams 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8.
Visitors can enjoy the museum with a focus on historical education and cultural insights. It is accessible to tourists, families, and historians alike.
Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Museum for Sepulkralkultur
Focus on Death Culture
This museum specifically addresses cultural practices surrounding death and mourning.
Unique Artifacts
Displays include hearses, dancing-skeleton bookends, and other funeral art.
Public Transit Access
Easily accessible via local trams, enhancing visitor convenience.
Location
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Address
View mapWeinbergstrasse 25-27
Opening Hours
Friday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Monday:
Closed
Saturday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Contact Information
Price
Free. Some temporary exhibitions may require a paid ticket.
Average Visit Duration
Duration: Approximately 1 to 2 hours.
Best Time to Visit
Weekdays are less crowded, particularly Tuesday to Thursday.