Bronze rush in Halle: The fascinating treasures of the Early Bronze Age!

Bronze rush in Halle: The fascinating treasures of the Early Bronze Age!

There is exciting news to report in today's cultural events in Saxony-Anhalt! The newly designed “Bronze Rush” area in the State Museum of Prehistory in Halle has reopened its doors after extensive renovation work. The exhibition was ceremoniously inaugurated on November 12, 2025. Culture Minister Rainer Robra (CDU) highlighted the dynamic development and research strength of archeology in the region, which is impressively demonstrated by this redesign.

The exhibition covers an impressive 190 square meters and shows around 850 exhibits from around 4,800 to 3,550 years BC. A particularly impressive piece is the wooden ark from the princely grave of Helmsdorf, which was discovered in the Mansfeld-Südharz district in 1907. An impressive black pyramid floats above this ark, symbolizing a hierarchical society and visually reminiscent of the pyramids of the ancient Egyptians.

Finds and findings from the Bronze Age

The presentation includes numerous finds that shed light on the Aunjetice culture, which existed between 4,300 and 3,600 years before Christ. The exhibits include weapons from Dieskau and jewelry depots from Domsen and Teicha, which provide an insight into the lives of wealthy women of that time. Also new is the exhibition of finds from the largest Early Bronze Age settlement in Central Europe in Pömmelte and Schönebeck. These include, among other things, a depot with ten cups, the residues of which indicate dairy products and fats from ruminants.

Particularly fascinating are the new insights into the production of the Nebra sky disk, which shed light on the origin of its raw materials and their encoded ideas. In addition, a night-black reconstruction is presented that shows the original appearance of the sky disk. Visitors will also learn exciting information about the Bronze Age trade network that stretched from the British Isles to the Near East, including the role of materials such as amber, copper, tin and glass beads that came from Mesopotamia and Egypt.

Archaeological discoveries in Wolmirstedt

Another archaeological bright spot in Saxony-Anhalt is the discovery of a 3,000-year-old Bronze Age settlement in Wolmirstedt. These excavations, which are being carried out in advance of a planned stadium and sports field construction, have already revealed over 1,000 finds and laid the foundation for deeper insights into life in the Bronze Age. The archaeological work, which covers an area of ​​around 21,000 square meters, has documented 322 findings to date and identified numerous remains of ovens, storage pits and traces of residential buildings.

A particularly interesting find is a human skeleton that was discovered crouching in a settlement pit. This form of burial is unusual and has not yet found any obvious explanations. Excavations will continue until October 15, 2025 to uncover further treasures from this important period.

The new exhibitions and discoveries make it clear how complex and lively archeology is in Saxony-Anhalt. Whether in the Halle State Museum or in Wolmirstedt - the traces of the Bronze Age are alive and offer fascinating insights into past worlds.

These initiatives impressively demonstrate how important it is to continue to research history and capture exciting findings for future generations. So if you're nearby, don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of the Bronze Age!