Current Exhibitions
Special exhibitions
Im Steinbruch der Zeit. Erdgeschichten und die Anfänge der Geologie
Annual Exhibition of the Francke Foundations 2020
Photos by the Canadian Edward Burtynsky, sounds by Dominik Eulberg and more than 250 rarely shown objects from unique collections invite you on an exciting journey through the discovery of the Earth Age with a view into the present.
Ahnentafel und Stammbaum. Historisch-genealogische Werke in den Beständen der Franckeschen Stiftungen
Kabinettausstellung in der Historischen Bibliothek
The holdings of the Francke Foundations contain numerous works of early modern genealogy, which, with their sometimes magnificent design and monumental presentation, are the focus of the cabinet exhibition.
Long term exhibitions
Grid view
Cabinet of Artefacts and Natural Curiosities
3000 Wonders of the World
With the only baroque Cabinet of Artefacts and Natural Curiosities in Europe completely preserved in its authentic location, you will experience an original museum concept from the... Detail
Francke's Home
The personality of the founder
Global player, visionary, economic expert: In the former house of August Hermann Franckes, you will come very close to the founder of the foundation and his diverse talents. Detail
Historic Orphanage
A castle built for education purposes
The oldest and most impressive building is still the centre of the school town with numerous sights and exhibitions. Here you can also enjoy the view from the balcony. Detail
Library Hall Kulissenbibliothek
»One of the best libraries of our time«
It is one of the first libraries in Germany to be open to the public: like a baroque theatre of knowledge, the historical Baroque stacks welcomes you. Detail
Pietismus-Cabinet
Strength of the word
Education, individualization, social welfare: the most important Protestant reform movement at the beginning of modernity developed profound cultural-historical effects. Detail
Waisenhaus-Cabinet
World change through human change
Nothing less than global social reforms: Get to know the turbulent and moving history of this educational project, which was already set up around 1700. Detail