Remember that old farmhouse? It once stood where the Buxtehude Museum for Regional History and Art welcomes you today. This museum is a multi-articulated complex. It shows many phases of the building’s past. In 1913, they built a regional-style building here on St. Petri Square.
The Buxtehude Museum replaced that old farmhouse. It features brick ornaments. These are also found in the Altes Land. You will also see a typical Klöndoor here. Then there is the Utlucht, plus a bridal door.
Over time, the Buxtehude Museum expanded. Its large collection covers the town’s history. It showcases local crafts and domestic culture. The spectacular finds from the Immenbeck burial ground are presented in a modern way.
Step inside the Buxtehude Museum. Discover the small art cabinet. It displays artists’ views of old Buxtehude. Don’t miss the permanent archaeological exhibit. It features the Immenbeck cemetery. See the valuable finds from the 4th to 6th centuries. Films and hands-on stations explain archaeological science.
The Buxtehude Museum has a special feature. It is the Sacral Tower. This walk-in artwork lets you experience Christian art. See its restoration in modern conceptual art. Michael Craig-Martin created this installation.
The Buxtehude Museum is accessible. The bus stop Hafenbrücke is nearby. A large public car park is also close. The entrance is step-free. All rooms are accessible by lift.
Exhibits at the Buxtehude Museum are designed for everyone. They are visible and perceptible while seated. Information is easy to read. An audio induction loop is at the ticket desk. Assistance dogs are welcome here.
The Buxtehude Museum is open Tuesday to Sunday. Visit between 11 am and 6 pm. Adults pay an entrance fee. There are discounts for some visitors. Children under 18 enter for free. Guided tours are available for a fee.
The Buxtehude Museum isn’t just a building. It is a journey through time. It connects you to the region’s past and present. Take your time. Explore the exhibits. Discover the stories within these walls. The Buxtehude Museum awaits you.