When can the exhibition be seen?

The exhibition is recorded for November 1, 2026. The Historical Museum Bamberg is open Tuesday to Sunday and on public holidays from 11 AM to 5 PM.

How much does the visit cost?

The regular admission for adults is 8 euros. Children and teenagers up to 18 years old have free admission.

Where is the museum located?

The Historical Museum Bamberg is located in the Old Courtyard at Domplatz 7 in 96049 Bamberg.

Is the museum easily accessible?

Yes, you can take public transport directly to the museum. Bus line 910 stops at the Domplatz station.

Are there discounts available?

Yes, among others, for seniors, students, apprentices, and people with disabilities. Additionally, there is a last-minute ticket for half price available from 4 PM.

Are there other educational offerings?

Yes, the museums of the City of Bamberg offer tours, events, cultural education, and a museum app with tours and visitor information.

In the Historical Museum Bamberg, time becomes visible, measurable, and culturally fascinating to experience.

Name: Exhibition "Time and Space | Astronomy and Time Measurement"
Start: 2026-11-01T18:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-01T18:00:00+01:00
Location: Historisches Museum Bamberg

When Clocks, Sky, and Worldviews Converse

At the Historical Museum Bamberg, the exhibition Time and Space | Astronomy and Time Measurement offers a fascinating glimpse into the instruments with which humans have organized the sky and made time measurable for centuries. Between sundials, mechanical clocks, models of the world, and scientific devices, an art experience unfolds that brings the history of science and culture into close proximity.

Observe, Measure, Understand

The section displays remarkably accurate observation and measurement instruments, as well as models of the prevailing worldviews. The objects from the 16th to the 18th century make visible how astronomy, time measurement, and orientation were once conceived together. Walking through these rooms, one experiences not only the history of technology but also the aesthetic experience of historical precision and craftsmanship.

Worldviews in Flux

Particularly impressive is the connection between scientific development and museum presentation. The exhibits tell of an era when gazing into the cosmos was always also a look at the order of the world. The exhibition makes it clear how closely astronomical observation, calendar systems, and travel were interconnected. Thus, a calm, concentrated exhibition atmosphere is created, inviting careful scrutiny.

A Museum Space with Cultural Depth

The Historical Museum Bamberg sees itself as a place of knowledge and critical engagement with the past, present, and future. In the Old Courtyard at the Cathedral Square, the collection of the World Heritage City combines with an outstanding historical ambiance. For art and culture enthusiasts, this creates a double allure: the quality of the objects and the special place of their presentation.

Visiting, Access, and Education

The exhibition is part of the permanent exhibition of the Historical Museum and thus part of a house that accompanies its visitors with diverse educational offerings, tours, and museum education formats. Access is also easy: The Cathedral Square is directly reachable by bus, and the museum is closely connected to other cultural sites around Bamberg Cathedral.

Conclusion

This exhibition is worth a visit for all who appreciate art history, the history of science, and museum precision. Time and Space | Astronomy and Time Measurement shows how observation becomes culture and how measuring instruments become impressive testimonies of human knowledge. Anyone visiting Bamberg should experience this exhibition live.