When does the Pests!? exhibition start?

The exhibition begins on July 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

How long does the exhibition run?

The special exhibition is on display until September 6, 2026.

How much is the entry?

Entry costs 5 euros for adults. Entry is free for children under 6 years.

Is the Natural History Museum accessible?

Yes, the museum offers barrier-free access as well as restrooms and a changing table.

Where is the museum located?

The Natural History Museum in Ottoneum is located at Steinweg 2 in 34117 Kassel.

Are there guided tours or educational offers?

Yes, there are accompanying tours and programs for the special exhibition. Pre-registration is required for some offers.

Pests!? at Ottoneum: Natural History, Fright, and Knowledge in Kassel

Name: Pests!? at the Natural History Museum in Ottoneum
Start: 2026-07-07T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-06T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Naturkundemuseum im Ottoneum

Pests!? at Ottoneum: An Exhibition Between Fright, Knowledge, and Ecological Insight

With Pests!? the Natural History Museum in Ottoneum in Kassel invites you to a special exhibition that is both entertaining and educational. In the historical museum building, visitors encounter animal species that often have a bad reputation: mosquitoes, raccoons, anacondas, or the great white shark. The exhibition does not merely seek to repel but to understand the causes, connections, and the ecological roles of these animals.

When the Reputation is Worse Than the Animal

The exhibition opens a unique review of work: no classic painting, no sculpture, but precisely staged natural history that transforms knowledge into a sensual art experience. Between display objects, didactic stations, and a clear exhibition atmosphere, space is created for curiosity. Visitors experience how prejudices arise and why entire animal groups are hastily labeled as pests or dangers.

Natural History with Attitude and Depth

Content-wise, the exhibition connects biological diversity, environmental education, and cultural-historical perspectives. It makes visible that each animal is part of a sensitive network. The strength of the curation lies in exactly this: from the apparent juxtaposition of human and animal arises a differentiated narrative about material cycles, habitats, and responsibility. Hence, the exhibition is also suitable for families, school classes, and anyone who wants to not only observe nature but understand it.

A Museum with History as a Resonance Space

The Natural History Museum in Ottoneum is one of the most prominent cultural sites in Kassel. The historical building and the collection tradition provide the special exhibition with a distinctive framework. Here, museum education, scientific communication, and audience-friendly presentation converge. The result is a tour that is at once illustrative, entertaining, and academically grounded.

Conclusion: A Visit that Tames Prejudices

Pests!? promises a clever, illustrative, and surprisingly charming art experience of natural history. Those interested in animals, ecology, and lively communication will find here an exhibition visit with a lasting impression. This show is worth experiencing live: for its images, its questions, and its respectful view of the supposedly undesirable.