ExperiMINTa

Can you imagine a museum where touching is not only allowed but encouraged? You’re standing right in front of ExperiMINTa, Frankfurt’s hands-on science center where learning comes to life. ExperiMINTa opened its doors on March 1st, 2011, thanks to the dedication of volunteers. It’s become a popular destination, attracting approximately 90,000 visitors annually. This makes ExperiMINTa the ninth largest museum in Frankfurt based on visitor numbers. Inside, you’ll find over 120 interactive exhibits. Forget velvet ropes and hushed whispers. At ExperiMINTa, you’re invited to roll up your sleeves and engage with science. Explore physics, mathematics, technology, optics, and computer science through hands-on experiments. ExperiMINTa’s exhibits are grouped into nine themes like “Fast and Slow” (motion), “Strong and Weak” (force), and “Thrifty and Wasteful” (energy and environment). The goal is not just to observe but to understand. Each exhibit encourages you to explore cause and effect, unraveling scientific principles through direct experience. Beyond the main exhibits, ExperiMINTa offers special events, family lectures, workshops, and even a program called “ExperiMINTa on Tour”. This program brings the excitement of hands-on science to locations around the city. ExperiMINTa also provides training for teachers and educators, collaborating with Goethe University, Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences, and local high schools. ExperiMINTa isn’t just a fun day out. It’s a vital resource for STEM education in Frankfurt, recognized as an extracurricular learning center by the Hessian Ministry of Culture. The support of the city, state, foundations, and local companies ensures ExperiMINTa continues to inspire future scientists and engineers. So, step inside ExperiMINTa. Let your curiosity run wild and discover the thrill of hands-on learning. You might even find yourself lying on a bed of nails or playing a tune on musical iron plates!