Urmensch-Museum

The Urmensch Museum is an anthropological museum in Steinheim an der Murr dedicated to early human development and evolution. The collections feature fossils, reconstructed skulls, and information about human prehistory in the region.

The museum was established in 1968 following the discovery of a significant skull in 1933, which is approximately 400,000 years old and fundamental to understanding human development. This find demonstrated that the region was an important settlement site during prehistoric times.

The museum highlights the regional importance in understanding human origins and how discoveries here have shaped knowledge about our ancestors. Local findings connect to broader insights about early human development.

The museum is easily accessible on foot or by car and offers a compact exhibition that takes about one to two hours to explore. It is wise to check opening hours in advance as these may vary.

The museum displays a realistic model of a prehistoric woman reconstructed from fossil remains approximately 400,000 years old. This reconstruction makes abstract finds tangible and helps visitors develop a concrete sense of early human life.

Location: Steinheim an der Murr

Inception: May 31, 1968

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Website: http://foerderverein-urmensch-museum.de

GPS coordinates: 48.96472,9.27937

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:02