The Medical and Pharmaceutical Historical Collection in Kiel offers a fascinating insight into the evolution of healthcare and pharmacy from the early modern period to the 20th century. Founded as part of Kiel University’s medical faculty, the collection preserves rare instruments, documents, and artifacts that illustrate the progress of diagnosis, treatment, and drug development. Visitors encounter surgical tools, apothecary jars, microscopes, and teaching models that reveal how science and practice shaped everyday medicine. The exhibition also highlights the role of Kiel in advancing medical research and education, connecting local traditions with broader European developments. By tracing the history of healing from herbal remedies to modern pharmaceuticals, the collection provides a vivid narrative of human ingenuity and the quest to combat disease. Today, it stands as both a scholarly resource and a cultural treasure, inviting guests to reflect on the legacy of medicine and its impact on society.
Kiel GermanyThe Medical and Pharmaceutical Historical Collection is located at Brunswiker Straße 2 in Kiel, within the Medical Faculty of Christian-Albrechts-University. The collection is housed in the former university library building and features historical medical instruments, pharmaceutical artifacts, and ethnomedicine exhibits showcasing the evolution of these fields. Nearby, visitors can explore the Schlossgarten park, Kiel Botanical Garden, and other university buildings. The site is well connected by public transport with stops for lines 32, 61, and 62 at Schlossgarten. It is situated close to the city center, providing easy access to cultural sites and amenities, creating an enriching experience for those interested in medical history and sciences.
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