Bronze Age

Demonstration: the flint finds of the terramare and the production techniques by Nicola Dal Santo

On Saturday, October 17th and Sunday, October 18th, visitors to the MAMUZ will get an in-depth look at the first metal cultures in Central Europe more than 5000 years ago. What social changes did the change from the Neolithic to the Bronze Age bring? Which metals and techniques were used for processing for the first tim

This course aims to teach the basics of flintknapping. The course is targeted at complete beginners. Attendees will be introduced to a range of flaked stone tools, learn about the properties of knappable material like flint and the principals of flake removal using soft and hard hammers. They will make basic stone tools during the session that they can take away. 

Nutrition in the Time of Pile Dwellings - A Family Trail

What was important for survival in the Stone Age? What food did nature provide? What animals were there and what had to be grown?

More than 30 professional and amateur companies of historical spectacles take part, divided into several categories: music, dance and song; theater and street performance; animal training and show; crafts and demonstrations; military art; various activities and services; technique and accessories; living history sites.

After a brief introduction to the way of life of prehistoric people, things get practical: How does fire come about and how can it be preserved? With expert guidance, we light our own campfire and cook herbal tea on it. Fire gives warmth and light. We catch it with a homemade beeswax candle. To make it stand securely, we make a candlestick out of clay. But with sou

In the past, a large part of daily life took place on the ground. However, even then, nobody wanted to sit in the damp and cold. The remedy was reed mats, which were found in many places. Reeds or "thatch" hardly absorb any moisture and have very good insulating properties.

With colorful lanterns, the large and small light bearers move through the entire open-air museum. Lantern light and flickering torch light illuminate the romantic scenery of the Hitzacker Archaeological Center. It will make you feel warm and cozy in your heart. If you want, you can try out your Halloween costume.

Join us for the EXARC Textile Chat, where we will be discussing tapestry across the ages. How were they made? Where have they been found? What do they mean? These and other questions will be considered by experts and artisans. All are welcome, no matter the experience or interest level. We meet September 25 at 1500 CET.