Museum für Naturkunde und Vorgeschichte

The Museum for Natural History and Prehistory occupies the Leopold-Dank-Stift building and presents six distinct exhibition areas with materials ranging from prehistoric times to geological collections across multiple floors. The rooms are organized chronologically and by subject, allowing visitors to move systematically through time.

The institution was established in 1927 and originated from ducal collections assembled starting in 1875 at Schloss Großkühnau. The collection expanded when materials from the Köthen collection were added to it.

The permanent exhibition displays regional archaeological finds from ice age hunters through early farming societies and bronze age settlements, documenting how people lived and changed over thousands of years in this area. These objects help visitors understand the different cultures that inhabited this region.

The building is centrally located in the city and is easily accessible by public transport, with exhibitions that welcome all visitors. It is best to visit on quieter weekdays if you prefer to view the objects at your own pace.

The museum tower contains six levels dedicated to Earth's geological periods, displaying fossils that chronicle the evolution of life through time. This vertical journey through Earth's history offers a distinctive way to experience millions of years of natural history.

Location: Dessau-Roßlau

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

GPS coordinates: 51.83056,12.24242

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:22