PIRATES in the Maritime Museum: Treasure hunt and fascinating history!

PIRATES in the Maritime Museum: Treasure hunt and fascinating history!

The long-awaited special exhibition “PIRATES: Myth and Reality” opened its doors at the Rostock Maritime Museum on July 4th. It was opened by the mayor Eva-Maria Kröger and the mayor of Dresden Dirk Hilbert, which underlines the cultural cooperation between Rostock and Dresden Rostock town hall reported.

The exhibition takes young and old on an exciting journey through the fascinating world of piracy, which extends from ancient times to modern times. Not only are well-known pirates such as Blackbeard and Grace O'Malley introduced, but also the various facets of piracy are discussed, including its historical and current challenges.

Interactive learning for all generations

Particularly noteworthy are the interactive stations, which make the visit a completely successful experience. Families can look forward to exciting hands-on activities, including making pirate flags and an exciting treasure hunt for the little explorers. These elements aim to present the history of piracy in both a vivid and entertaining way. With interactive information ranging from audio clips to films, every visitor will get their money's worth Rostock Shipping Museum.

The thematic focus is on understanding piracy as a global phenomenon. It looks at maritime trade over the centuries, from ancient times in the eastern Mediterranean to dramatic developments off the coast of Somalia and the Gulf of Guinea. The exhibition also explains how piracy in the colonial period led to the establishment of pirate settlements, particularly in the Caribbean, and provides fascinating insights into the “Golden Age of Piracy”.

A place for education and leisure

The maritime museum is not only an extracurricular learning location, but also a tourist attraction. The traditional ship MS DRESDEN, an almost completely preserved deep-sea freighter, is docked directly on the banks of the Warnow in the IGA Park. Here, visitors can expect multimedia insights into the regional shipbuilding and maritime history, while the museum's historic boatyard presents traditional craft techniques of wooden shipbuilding.

The IGA Park itself offers a variety of leisure activities, including playgrounds and a water sports facility, which are particularly attractive for children and young people. The combination of education and play makes this place an ideal destination for families and those interested in learning more about the exciting world of piracy. The exhibition is open until May 17, 2026 and offers the perfect opportunity to travel back in time to the world of pirates off to MV supplemented.