The Shaman from Bad Dürrenberg and the Era of Hunters and Gatherers

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LDA Sachsen-Anhalt, Zeichnung: K. Schauer

Curator’s Tour

The State Museum of Prehistory houses the 9,000-year-old shaman's grave from Bad Dürrenberg, a unique find in Europe. The rich collection of grave goods indicates a special social role for the deceased. Notably, the grave contains a wide variety of animal species. Ethnographic comparisons and features of the skeleton suggest that some objects were used in shamanistic rituals. This tour will place this extraordinary discovery into its cultural context.

Duration: Approximately 60 minutes
Participants: Maximum 15 people (pre-registration required)
Cost: Only the museum entry fee (10 € or reduced 8 €), no additional fee for the tour (entry fee includes access to permanent and special exhibitions). Payable at the museum’s ticket desk.

Dates:

  • Sat, Nov 2nd / 14:00 
  • Sat, Nov 2nd / 16:00 

Meeting Point: Staircase behind the museum ticket desk
Registration: By October 31st via the State Museum of Prehistory’s online portal.