Alt-Freden-Sammlung
Local history museum in a former school from 1866 with rural cultural heritage and objects on potash mining, lime extraction and the glass industry.
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About the museum
The Alt-Freden-Sammlung is housed in a historic school building from 1866 in Freden (Leine). It displays rural cultural heritage from house, farm and workshop, giving insight into earlier village life.
Prehistoric finds point to the long settlement history of the place. Freden's development into an industrial site is illustrated with objects from potash mining, lime extraction and the glass industry. The museum is looked after by Rainer Gerking, with whom visits are arranged by phone.
Highlights
- Historic school building from 1866
- Rural cultural heritage from house, farm and workshop
- Prehistoric finds from the area
- Objects on potash mining, lime extraction and the glass industry
Permanent exhibition
- Alt-Freden-Sammlung – Rural cultural heritage, prehistoric finds and objects on Freden's industrial history in a former school.
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
Accessibility
- Partially wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Barrier-free access to the building and an accessible toilet; seating available.
Kids & families
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Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Guided tours for groups and programs for primary schools by arrangement. |
