Geschichtswerkstatt Herrenwyk

Can you hear the echoes of clanging metal and smell the scent of coal dust in the air? We’re standing before the Geschichtswerkstatt Herrenwyk, once a bustling hub of industry, now a portal to Luebeck’s industrial past. The Geschichtswerkstatt Herrenwyk isn’t just a museum; it’s a time capsule, preserving the legacy of the Hochofenwerk Lübeck AG, the blast furnace plant that shaped this community. Inside this former department store, you’ll find yourself transported to the 1920s and 30s. Imagine the lives of the workers who toiled here, their struggles, their triumphs, their enduring spirit in the face of economic hardship. The Geschichtswerkstatt Herrenwyk tells their stories through meticulously curated exhibits. Glimpse into the past through the lens of a recreated worker’s kitchen, or marvel at the craftsmanship of the blacksmith’s shop, complete with tools used by the very hands that built Luebeck’s industrial heart. But the Geschichtswerkstatt Herrenwyk doesn’t shy away from the darker chapters of history. A poignant exhibit documents the lives of forced laborers during World War II, a stark reminder of the human cost of conflict. Their stories, preserved within these walls, urge us to learn from the past and strive for a more just future. The Geschichtswerkstatt Herrenwyk stands as a tribute to the resilience of the human spirit, a testament to the power of industry, and a poignant reminder of our shared history.