German Emigration Center, Migration museum in Bremerhaven, Germany
The German Emigration Center features detailed reconstructions of historical spaces that document European emigration experiences across multiple exhibition halls over 5,451 square meters.
Between 1830 and 1874, Bremerhaven served as continental Europe's largest emigration port, processing millions of individuals seeking opportunities across the Atlantic Ocean.
The museum houses an oral history archive containing over 3,000 recorded family stories, personal interviews, and testimonies from migrants who departed through Bremerhaven.
Visitors receive an electronic boarding pass at entry, allowing them to follow specific migrant stories throughout their journey in the museum's interactive exhibits.
The research center maintains extensive genealogical records dating back to 1857, enabling visitors to trace their family migration history through German ports.
Location: Bremerhaven
Inception: 2005
Official opening: 2005
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Columbusstraße 65, 27568 Bremerhaven 27568
Opening Hours: March-October Monday-Sunday 10:00-18:00; November-February Monday-Sunday 10:00-17:00; December 24 off
Phone: +49471902200
Email: info@dah-bremerhaven.de
Website: https://dah-bremerhaven.de
GPS coordinates: 53.54530,8.57417
Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:00
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