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Archäologisches Museum Hamburg

Archäologisches Museum Hamburg
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The Archäologisches Museum Hamburg, formerly known as the Helms-Museum, is one of northern Germany’s most important centres for archaeology and cultural history. Located in the Harburg district, it houses more than 2.5 million objects, making it the largest collection of prehistoric finds in the region. Its exhibitions trace 200,000 years of human history, from the Paleolithic to the Middle Ages, with artefacts that illuminate daily life, innovation, mobility, and belief systems. Rather than presenting objects in strict chronology, the museum arranges them thematically, creating vivid connections between past and present. Highlights include Stone Age tools, Bronze Age jewellery, and interactive installations that bring ancient practices to life. The museum also oversees key archaeological sites such as the Bischofsturm in Hamburg’s old town and the Fischbeker Heide trail. With its blend of scholarship, hands-on learning, and regional heritage, the Archäologisches Museum Hamburg offers an engaging journey into the deep roots of northern European culture.

Hamburg Germany
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The Archäologisches Museum Hamburg, also known as the Helms-Museum, is located at Museumsplatz 2 in the Harburg district of Hamburg, Germany. The museum focuses on the archaeology and early history of northern Germany and the former city of Harburg, featuring a collection that spans prehistoric to medieval periods. It shares its main building with the Harburger Theater and is near the Harburger Rathausplatz, where the museum's permanent archaeological exhibition and education facilities are situated. Nearby attractions include Harburg Castle, the Harburg town centre with its shops and restaurants, and several historic sites within this vibrant southern Hamburg district. The museum is accessible by public transport via Harburg S-Bahn station and local buses, making it easy to combine a visit with exploration of Harburg's cultural and historic offerings.

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