Mining exhibition Silver Glanz & Kumpled death inspires 43,000 visitors!

Mining exhibition Silver Glanz & Kumpled death inspires 43,000 visitors!

Over 43,000 visits - this is the impressive record of the exhibition "Silverglanz & Kumpletz" in the State Museum of Archeology Chemnitz (SMAC) since its opening eight months ago as the first contribution to the Capital of Culture in Europe in Chemnitz 2025. This show is considered the most successful special exhibition of the museum and impressively shows how the region has shaped the region for three and a half years.

The exhibition not only deals with the glamorous side of mining - it also takes a critical look at the negative aspects that were associated with this: despair, death and environmental degradation are topics that are also addressed here. According to MedienSachsen.de , the last opportunity is offered to visit this multifaceted show by Sunday, June 29th. On this last day of exhibition, the doors are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., admission is 9 euros, reduced 6 euros.

A special highlight offers the creative workshop "SteigerStube" for children aged 4 to 11, which is accessible on Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. for only one euro per person. In addition, a musical program creates a good atmosphere: Bergmannstances take place on Saturday at 3 p.m., followed by a brass concert at 6 p.m. Saturday also offers tours at 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. - the first is already fully booked, for the second only a few remaining places are available.

cultural roots and technological developments

The exhibition addresses the comprehensive relationship between people and nature in the context of mining, which is deeply rooted in Saxony. It not only documents technical developments and innovations, but also addresses solidarity in adverse circumstances that was common for many miners. In the region, mining not only produced wealth and beauty, but also showed some dark sides of how the destruction of the environment and the dangers associated with the work underground.

A central point of the show is the question of which teachings from history can be drawn for the future. At the same time, a sculpture path takes place in parallel under the motto "Everything comes from the mountain" in over 38 cities and municipalities around Chemnitz. Deutschland.de emphasizes that the sculptures reflect various aspects of mining and created by regional and international artists in order to appreciate the cultural importance of mining.

The Brass Band Saxony takes up the legacy of the musical traditions of mining, which is rarely found in Germany. This form of music originated in the 19th century in English coal mining areas and will be kept alive in Chemnitz in Chemnitz to celebrate cultural connections between Germany and Great Britain.

The last days of the exhibition "Silverglanz & Kumpeltz" not only offer an opportunity to explore the cultural -historical dimensions of ore mining, but also the opportunity to take part in events that can bring the traditions and stories to life. If you want to take a look at this impressive special show, you now have the best chance before the exhibition closes your gates.