Migration is a central theme of our time and at the same time an ancient phenomenon. The exhibition "Two Million Years of Migration" at the Neanderthal Museum in Mettmann shows how deeply rooted mobility is in human history. Based on the latest scientific findings, the show illustrates four significant migration events - from the exodus of Homo erectus from Africa to the genetic shaping of Europe by steppe nomads around 5000 years ago. Particularly impressive is the encounter between Anatolian farmers and European hunters and gatherers 7500 years ago, which initiated new cultural and genetic developments.
With an interactive exhibition concept, the show gives visitors an exciting insight into the causes and consequences of global migratory movements. Visitors take away valuable impulses for the current social discussion about origin, identity and cultural change.
Services
- Admission to the special exhibition "Two Million Years of Migration" at the Neanderthal Museum
- Admission to the permanent exhibition of the Neanderthal Museum
- Admission to the "Höhlenblick" adventure tower
- Free audio guide and orientation map for the Neandertal Adventure World
- Possible participation in various guided tours and workshops (for an extra charge)
Another highlight
Outside the museum building, directly at the site where the Neanderthal man was found, visitors will come across the "Höhlenblick" adventure tower, which is barrier-free.The 22-metre-high, open steel structure is crowned by a fifty-fold enlarged replica of the original skull. Virtual telescopes allow guests on the top platform to travel back to the Stone Age.
