When can I see the exhibition Zoom?

The cabinet exhibition is on view at the Hessian State Museum Kassel from September 4, 2026, to April 11, 2027.

What is the admission fee?

The regular admission for adults is €8. The reduced admission costs €5. Children and teenagers up to 18 years, school students, university students from the University of Kassel, and users of the FamilyApp Hessen have free admission.

Are there workshops or participatory offerings?

Yes, workshops and research stations invite visitors to explore the basics of microscopy for themselves.

Where is the Hessian State Museum located?

The museum is located at Brüder-Grimm-Platz 5 in 34117 Kassel.

Is the Hessian State Museum accessible for people with disabilities?

The Hessian State Museum provides accessible entrances.

What are the regular opening hours?

The Hessian State Museum is regularly open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM. It is closed on December 24, 25, and 31.

Zoom in Kassel: Historical Microscopes Open Fascinating Worlds Beyond the Visible

Name: Zoom: Insights into the World of Microscopy
Start: 2026-10-09T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2027-04-11T17:00:00+02:00
Location: Hessisches Landesmuseum

Zoom: The Hidden World of Microscopy at the Hessian State Museum

The cabinet exhibition Zoom: Insights into the World of Microscopy opens a fascinating access to the history of scientific observation at the Hessian State Museum Kassel. From September 4, 2026, to April 11, 2027, Hessen Kassel Heritage presents one of the world's most significant collections of historical microscopes and leads visitors deep into the collections of the Astronomical-Physical Cabinet.

When Seeing Acquired a New Dimension

Since their invention in the 17th century, microscopes have expanded human perception. Structures, living beings, and material worlds that remain hidden from the naked eye were made visible, enabling groundbreaking discoveries. The exhibition traces this development and shows how technical precision, scientific curiosity, and aesthetic experience are interconnected.

Historic Instruments and Courtly Collection Culture

A particular emphasis is placed on the microscopes collected by the Hessian Landgraves. Leading the way, Carl of Hesse-Kassel was enthusiastic about these extraordinary instruments. The historical devices tell of an era in which research, craftsmanship, and princely culture of knowledge closely intertwined. Forms, materials, and finely crafted details make the microscopes impressive objects of the history of technology in their own right.

Art Examination Between Science and Aesthetics

The atmosphere of the exhibition thrives on the concentrated gaze. Glass, metal, and wood enter a silent relationship with the invisible worlds explored through them. The art experience arises in the interplay between objective instrument knowledge and sensual examination of the works. The cabinet exhibition makes it experienceable how our worldview changes through new optical perspectives.

Research Stations and Cultural Education

Zoom does not stop at examining historical exhibits. Workshops and research stations invite visitors to become active themselves and explore the basics of microscopy. Observation, experiment, and interpretation unite into an immediate aesthetic experience for families, school classes, students, and adults.

Conclusion: An Exhibition that Changes the Perspective

Visitors can expect a concentrated cabinet exhibition featuring historical microscopes, depth in the history of science, courtly collection culture, and interactive educational offerings. Those who wish to discover the hidden dimensions of our world and experience the history of scientific observation directly should definitely visit this unique art experience live at the Hessian State Museum Kassel.