What are the opening hours?

The exhibition opens on July 28, 2026, at 08:00 AM.

Where is the exhibition taking place?

At the House of the Stockfish, Johannesstraße 169, 99084 Erfurt.

What can I expect at the exhibition?

An informative review of the urban changes in Erfurt after 1873.

Is the exhibition accessible for people with disabilities?

Please contact the Erfurt City Museum for information on accessibility.

Is the exhibition indoors or outdoors?

The exhibition takes place indoors at the House of the Stockfish.

Erfurt Unleashed: Historical Exhibition at the City Museum

Name: Erfurt Unleashed: The End of the Fortress 1873
Start: 2026-07-28T02:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-28T02:00:00+02:00
Location: Haus zum Stockfisch

Venue Type

Inside

The special exhibition at the Erfurt City Museum, which will be on display from July 28, 2026, at the House of the Stockfish, highlights the profound changes that the city of Erfurt experienced after 1873. With the end as a fortress, a new era began for Erfurt. The exhibition shows how the city changed both structurally and socially.

Transformation of a City

1873 marked the end of the fortress expectations of Erfurt, which led to significant urban development. New residential areas emerged, and the dismantling of old fortifications opened up new spaces for economic and recreational activities.

Development of new districts
Social change and new communities
Flourishing of culture and economy

A Must for History Enthusiasts

The exhibition takes visitors on a visual and informative journey that accurately reflects the lifestyle of the time. In the historic House of the Stockfish, visitors can expect illustrative exhibits and well-founded information that bring the transformation of Erfurt to life.

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