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Discover the Natural History Museum Vienna's Ice Age Children and Their World Exhibition

Engage with interactive stations and ancient animal skeletons designed to immerse young visitors in prehistoric life and human development.

Step into the past at the Natural History Museum Vienna with the 'Ice Age children and their world' exhibition. This engaging display invites visitors to explore prehistoric life through interactive stations covering gathering, hunting, and daily survival. Encounter large, free-standing Ice Age animal skeletons and a mysterious ice-age cave, providing a unique educational journey into ancient history for all ages. It's a fascinating way to connect with early human culture and the creatures that roamed the Earth.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition invites young visitors to explore the world of Ice Age animals and early humans. Through a network of themed stations covering aspects of life such as gathering, hunting, and living, children can engage with the past in an interactive and educational environment.

Curatorial context

Hall 16 of the Natural History Museum Vienna hosts the "Ice Age children and their world" exhibition, designed to immerse young visitors in prehistoric life. Large, free-standing skeletons of Ice Age animals serve as central focal points, leading visitors through a thoughtfully designed network of themed paths. These stations cover essential aspects of survival and daily life, including gathering, hunting, eating, living, clothing, playing, and hygiene. The exhibition provides seating steps and a central fireplace area, encouraging visitors to linger and absorb the information. An atmospheric ice-age cave is also featured, promising further surprises and learning opportunities for children interested in this ancient period. Beyond the specific Ice Age exhibition, the museum offers a wealth of attractions for younger audiences. The popular dinosaur show room features life-size models and exhibits, including a terror bird and a horned dinosaur skull. The Venus of Willendorf, a significant artifact of early culture, is also on display. Visitors can delve into human development in the Anthropology Halls, examining virtual skeletons and using interactive stations to transform into early humans. The Gem Hall, with its impressive topaz and Maria Theresia's jewel bouquet, and the extensive meteorite collection further enrich the museum experience for all ages.

Admission and ticket notes

Standard ticket price: €18 / Reduced ticket price: €14. Free admission for young people under 19 years of age. Booking is available online with a discount. Please note that opening hours vary and tours may have specific age restrictions or language requirements. Official ticket booking can be done via: https://shop.nhm.at/en/entrance_nhm. General museum admission applies, with specific prices and discounts detailed on the website.

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