Engelbert-Kaempfer-Gymnasium
Engelbert-Kaempfer-Gymnasium, Historic gymnasium in Lemgo, Germany.
Description
The Engelbert-Kaempfer-Gymnasium is a school in central Lemgo that occupies multiple historic and contemporary buildings spread across the city center. Classes take place in preserved structures from the Lippehof complex as well as in newer construction from the 1990s.
History
The school was founded in 1583 as a Latin school and later relocated to a chapel of the Augustinian Canonesses order. The first documented enrollment records appeared in 1631.
Culture
The school functions as a mathematics and natural sciences center through MINT-EC certification, providing students with specialized education in these fields.
Practical
The school is located in the old city center and easily accessible on foot, with buildings situated close together. Visitors should note this is an active educational institution and access is restricted outside of scheduled events.
Did you know?
The institution bears the name of Engelbert Kaempfer, a student from 1665 to 1667 who became a renowned naturalist and explorer of Asia. His years at the school left a lasting mark on its identity.
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