When does the exhibition take place?

The exhibition is recorded from June 20, 2026, at the Natural History Museum in Ottoneum in Kassel.

Where is the museum located?

At the Natural History Museum in Ottoneum, Steinweg 2, 34117 Kassel.

How much is the admission fee?

According to KasselKultur, the admission fee for adults is 5 euros, reduced 3 euros. Children under 6 years have free admission.

Are there guided tours of the exhibition?

Yes, the event pages point to tours and accompanying formats around Nasty Creatures!?.

Is the exhibition suitable for families?

Yes, the content is prepared at a low threshold and is particularly suitable for families, children, and nature-interested visitors.

What topics are at the center of attention?

The focus is on unloved animal species, their role in the ecosystem, biodiversity, and the coexistence of humans and animals.

At Ottoneum, natural history suddenly becomes exciting, clever, and wonderfully creepy.

Name: Nasty Creatures!? at the Natural History Museum in Ottoneum
Start: 2026-06-20T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-30T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Naturkundemuseum im Ottoneum

Nasty Creatures!? at Ottoneum: When Natural History is Told with Goosebumps

The special exhibition Nasty Creatures!? at the Natural History Museum in Ottoneum delves into the tension-filled relationship between humans and animals. Inside the historic building on Steinweg, a unique art experience unfolds: between biological diversity, ecological education, and that mix of creepiness, wonder, and insight that characterizes good museum education.

Seeing Unpleasant Animals with New Eyes

Mosquitoes, raccoons, anacondas, or the great white shark do not merely stand as figures of terror in the room. The exhibition questions prejudices, justified caution, and the ecological role of those species that are quickly regarded as nuisances in everyday life. Thus, an exhibition emerges that connects natural history, knowledge transfer, and illustrative curation.

Between Creepiness and Insight

The Ottoneum relies on an impressive exhibition atmosphere, where natural history content comes alive and becomes understandable. Here, the contemplation of works in a broader sense does not focus on paintings, but on the living beings themselves: their forms, behaviors, and habitats. It is precisely within this that the aesthetic experience of this show lies — in the careful observation of what is otherwise avoided.

Diversity of Species as a Basis for Life

The exhibition makes it clear that even unloved animal species fulfill a function in the ecological structure. Those who walk through the presentation encounter the idea of biodiversity as the basis for stable material cycles and intact habitats. The Natural History Museum thus connects cultural education and scientific classification in a vivid way.

For Families, Curious Individuals, and Nature Fans

Whether goosebumps, grinning, or genuine contemplation: Nasty Creatures!? appeals equally to children, families, and adults. The special exhibition invites visitors to rediscover biological connections and open their eyes to the often-misunderstood animal world. Complementary tours and formats deepen the exhibition experience and make the visit particularly worthwhile.

Conclusion: Anyone who wants to experience natural history not just informatively but also emotionally and sensually should not miss this exhibition in Kassel. Nasty Creatures!? combines knowledge, surprise, and striking images into a visit that leaves a lasting impression — best experienced live at the Ottoneum.