Intercultural exchange: iron time live in the Archaeological Museum!

Intercultural exchange: iron time live in the Archaeological Museum!

In the coming week, the Archaeological State Museum Brandenburg will become the scene of lively intercultural encounters from the Iron Age. At the “Archäotechnica 2025” event, archaeologist Klaus Haller invites you to learn more about the exchange and trade in this fascinating time. On July 26th and 27th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., guests can immerse themselves in the world of the Iron Age and find out about technical skills, which were then spread nationwide at the time. Entry is reduced with a price of 5 euros for adults, 3.50 euros and is entirely affordable for families at 10 euros. Children under the age of 10 even have free admission.

It becomes particularly exciting with the idea of the Jastorf culture, which played a central role in the northern Central European Iron Age. This culture, which of around 600 BC. BC flourished until the turn of the times, was the predecessor culture of the Elbe Germans. The Jastorf culture is known for its settlement area, which extended from the Altmark to the North Sea and in which various influences, including Celtic, are detectable. The graves from this time are mostly modest, but they testify to a complex social structure and the progressive development of metallurgical techniques. This shows how much the exchange with other cultures - such as the Celtic Latèn culture - shaped the life of people at the time and how significant the transmission of iron technology was.

economy and trade of the Iron Age

The Iron Age was not only shaped by technical innovations, but also by a lively trade between different cultures. The transport and the spread of hardware revolutionized everyday life and agriculture. According to Studysmarter.de, the forge developed significantly during this time, which led to more robust land tools and better weapons. The new iron plows enabled Marked to improve agriculture and help people to be higher.

Thanks to these technical progress, more complex social structures were created. Hierarchies with kings, warriors and craftsmen emerged that increasingly had to regulate access to resources such as iron and other metals. These developments were crucial for regional and national cooperation and created a network of trade relationships that was the basis for the cultural exchange that Haller will illuminate in its presentations.

practical experiences

Another highlight of the "Archäotechnica 2025" are the practical actions that Klaus Haller wants to offer at the stand. There, visitors can lend a hand themselves and experience the techniques of the time. The opportunity to understand historical skills promises an exciting experience for young and old - and this type of intercultural exchange is that makes the visit so special.

For lovers of history and friends of archaeological finds, the event in the Archaeological State Museum is a real insider tip. This means that there is an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in the special features of the Jastorf culture and its interdependencies with other cultural currents of the Iron Age. So if you are interested in history or simply plan an informative and entertaining excursion, you should not miss the appointments.