Genscher-Haus, Historical museum in Reideburg district, Halle, Germany.
Description
The Genscher-Haus is a late-classical residence from the 1860s in Halle that now serves as a museum exploring German reunification. The exhibition spans multiple rooms and documents the political path of Hans-Dietrich Genscher and the events that led to unity.
History
The building was constructed in the mid-1800s as a residence and later transformed into a memorial to a significant statesman. Conversion to a museum occurred in 2010 with comprehensive renovation work to prepare the spaces for historical exhibition.
Culture
The exhibition shows how German reunification and European integration became visible in daily life and politics. Visitors experience here what role diplomacy and decisions played in people's lives.
Practical
The museum is located in the Reideburg area and offers guided tours through the exhibition spaces. Visitors should check opening times in advance and plan for the visit to take around two hours.
Did you know?
The museum displays a facsimile of the Two-plus-Four Treaty, the legal document that established the framework for German reunification in 1990. This piece shows how a single signing changed the history of an entire nation.
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