Heimat- und Naturkunde-Museum Wanne-Eickel

This museum occupies a former school building near the Rhine-Herne Canal and presents exhibitions about local history and the natural heritage of the Ruhr region. The collection features everyday objects and interior spaces from past eras.

The museum was founded in 1926 when the city of Wanne-Eickel was created and moved to several locations before settling in its current building. It preserves memories of the industrial growth that shaped this area.

Statues of a miner, railway worker, and barge operator stand in the museum and represent the main jobs that defined this region. They tell the story of the people who lived and worked here.

The building sits in a convenient location next to the canal and is accessible by public transport. Plan for a short visit since the exhibitions are modest in size and you can see everything in under an hour.

The permanent display includes an Art Nouveau pharmacy and a traditional kiosk from the Ruhr region topped with the figure of the goddess of fortune. This reconstruction offers a vivid picture of daily commerce and local customs from the past.

Location: Herne

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Emschertal-Museum

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:00-13:00, 14:00-17:00; Saturday 14:00-17:00; Sunday 11:00-17:00

Website: https://herne.de/Kultur-und-Freizeit/Kulturorte/Heimatmuseum-Unser-Fritz

GPS coordinates: 51.54298,7.14397

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:40