Research conducted over the past century has conclusively demonstrated that textiles played an important role in Mesoamerica, particularly from the Classic period (AD 250-900) through contemporary cultures.
During this workshop we weave a simple woolen belt as it was made in the Bronze Age (the looms we use are derived from a Bronze Age belt loom). In the morning we start with a short introduction about weaving (what is weaving, how does a simple weaving frame work) and how a weight loom works.
Guided tours of the stilts built as in prehistoric times and demonstrations of pottery
Come immerse yourself in the woodland ways of our ancestors!
Discover the correct and safe way to use the most essential of the treewright's tools: the axe.
This petrified resin has been in great demand since the Stone Age. Both pearls and figures were created from it. One of the oldest sculptures in northern Germany is the elk by Weitsche, which was designed around 14,000 years ago. In the Bronze Age, the amber trade experienced a new dimension. Baltic amber was negotiated over many stations as far away as Egypt. Raw amber
The Bronze Age open-air museum invites you to the “Days of Crafts”. Many artisans give insights into their technical skills and also offer their goods for sale. Some of the professionals demonstrate their crafts. The extensive grounds of the open-air museum are also available for a relaxing stroll.
From approx. 4000 to 600 BC Chr.
Get to know the advantages, techniques and possible uses of the versatile building material clay. This will be done in a very practical way when building the wall in the Bronze Age house on the Zeiteninsel.
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