SCIENCE COMES TO TOWN

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

In the halls and galleries of Eutin Castle, from 8 May 2026 onwards, ancient vases as well as figures of heroines and gods will encounter the castle’s magnificent interior. With over 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have long been embedded within the castle. Those wishing to learn more can embark on an exciting search for images and motifs from antiquity which have been reinterpreted in ever-changing ways throughout the ages and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Antiquities. A programme of lectures, guided tours and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
8 May – 1 November
Eutin Castle
Highlights from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities at Eutin Castle
Description: Family tour of the special exhibition

This event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

We want to awaken your enthusiasm for physics and technology and give you an insight into physics/technology and learning and working at university over three days by means of interesting projects. During this time, you will have the opportunity to conduct your own experiments and work in a small team with other students on a project of your choice. You do not need any previous knowledge. If you are motivated, enjoy experimenting and are not immediately blown away by a formula, then you've come to the right place. By the way, in addition to the scientific program, there is also a varied social program.

And the best thing is: participation is free of charge for you. This means that we take care of your accommodation and meals and also pay for your travel to Kiel (SH ticket).

Anmeldung unter: Formular übermitteln - forms - CAU-Cloud

As part of Science Comes To Town (SCTT), the Kiel Research Workshop has developed a special public programme: on the second-to-last Thursday of every month, the teaching and learning laboratory opens its doors to visitors. Together with the ozean:labor, everyone is invited to explore the fascinating world of the Baltic Sea with all their senses on Thursday, 20 August 2026.

Through hands-on experiments, models and interactive stations, the Baltic Sea comes to life. Under the microscope, visitors can discover the vibrant world hidden in just a single drop of seawater, while those who are curious can even step into the role of a whale and dive beneath the waves. Participants will also tackle intriguing questions: Why do flatfish have both eyes on one side of their body? And what makes starfish such remarkably skilful predators?

The Kiel Research Workshop opens its doors to the public on every second-to-last Thursday of the month.

We want to awaken your enthusiasm for physics and technology and give you an insight into physics/technology and learning and working at university over three days by means of interesting projects. During this time, you will have the opportunity to conduct your own experiments and work in a small team with other students on a project of your choice. You do not need any previous knowledge. If you are motivated, enjoy experimenting and are not immediately blown away by a formula, then you've come to the right place. By the way, in addition to the scientific program, there is also a varied social program.

And the best thing is: participation is free of charge for you. This means that we take care of your accommodation and meals and also pay for your travel to Kiel (SH ticket).

Anmeldung unter: Formular übermitteln - forms - CAU-Cloud

We want to awaken your enthusiasm for physics and technology and give you an insight into physics/technology and learning and working at university over three days by means of interesting projects. During this time, you will have the opportunity to conduct your own experiments and work in a small team with other students on a project of your choice. You do not need any previous knowledge. If you are motivated, enjoy experimenting and are not immediately blown away by a formula, then you've come to the right place. By the way, in addition to the scientific program, there is also a varied social program.

And the best thing is: participation is free of charge for you. This means that we take care of your accommodation and meals and also pay for your travel to Kiel (SH ticket).

Anmeldung unter: Formular übermitteln - forms - CAU-Cloud

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

We want to awaken your enthusiasm for physics and technology and give you an insight into physics/technology and learning and working at university over three days by means of interesting projects. During this time, you will have the opportunity to conduct your own experiments and work in a small team with other students on a project of your choice. You do not need any previous knowledge. If you are motivated, enjoy experimenting and are not immediately blown away by a formula, then you've come to the right place. By the way, in addition to the scientific program, there is also a varied social program.

And the best thing is: participation is free of charge for you. This means that we take care of your accommodation and meals and also pay for your travel to Kiel (SH ticket).

Anmeldung unter: Formular übermitteln - forms - CAU-Cloud

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

In the halls and galleries of Eutin Castle, from 8 May 2026 onwards, ancient vases as well as figures of heroines and gods will encounter the castle’s magnificent interior. With over 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have long been embedded within the castle. Those wishing to learn more can embark on an exciting search for images and motifs from antiquity which have been reinterpreted in ever-changing ways throughout the ages and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Antiquities. A programme of lectures, guided tours and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
8 May – 1 November
Eutin Castle
Highlights from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities at Eutin Castle
Description: Family tour of the special exhibition

This event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Smart Thinking Against Cancer – Be Smart Against Cancer
An event for school classes

Cancer is one of the most common causes of death worldwide. More than 40% of new cancer cases can be prevented through a healthy lifestyle.

The project “Smart Thinking Against Cancer – Be Smart Against Cancer” provides students with knowledge about cancer and individual cancer prevention in an age-appropriate, interactive, and media-based way.

The project is led by an interactive educational film that pauses at intervals to allow students to carry out short experiments together on topics such as not smoking, sugar in beverages, and physical activity.

This event is exclusively available for school classes.

Teachers can register their class for participation by email at marion.krueger@uksh.de.
For further information, please contact: Tel. +49 431 500-10740.

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

• Explore the secrets of milk production
• Learn how different dairy products are made
• Discover why cheese, yogurt, and butter are so different
• Together with the other children, you’ll get to work your magic with milk.

-> Click here to register.

Be Smart, Not Drunk – An Event for School Classes

What actually happens to your brain and liver when you drink alcohol? Why do some people feel like superheroes after one beer—only to feel miserable the next day?

We'll give you the facts about alcohol. No lectures or finger-wagging—just real knowledge. Experience exciting experiments and discover how your brain and liver work. Be smarter than the rest and get the facts.

Free admission – because knowledge is empowering!

This event is exclusively for school classes. Teachers can register their class by email at marion.krueger@uksh.de. For further information, please call +49 431 500-10740.

The event is partner of Science Comes to Town.

The Atelierhaus was the first building on the Anschar Campus to be occupied by artists in 2011. Together with Haus 8 Art Association, it has since become one of Kiel's leading venues for contemporary art and culture, renowned for its members, high-quality exhibitions and innovative projects. Today, nearly thirty artists, designers and freelancers work in its studios and offices.

The Atelierhaus has limited accessibility for wheelchair users and visitors with reduced mobility.

This event is a partner event of Science Comes to Town.

Dive into the fascinating underwater world of local and exotic seas. The aquarium is home primarily to species from the North Sea, Baltic Sea and North Atlantic, while also offering a glimpse into the rich marine life of the Mediterranean and tropical oceans. The daily seal feeding sessions are a highlight for visitors of all ages.

www.aquarium-geomar.de
Tel. +49 431 600 16 37 | kontakt@aquarium-kiel.de
Düsternbrooker Weg 20 (on the Kiellinie waterfront) | 24105 Kiel
Bus stop: Kunsthalle or Schwanenweg

This event is a partner event of Science Comes to Town.

#5 Pop-up Kunsthalle zu Kiel | Video installation “Repeat After Me II” by the Ukrainian artist collective Open Group

Repeat & Talk | Live speakers invite visitors to explore the exhibition through conversation and reflect on their own perceptions.

The Kunsthalle zu Kiel, inaugurated in 1909, is both a museum with its own collection and an exhibition venue and is part of Kiel University. The building is also home to the Schleswig-Holstein Art Association, founded in 1843, and its collection. Due to renovation work, the building has been closed since the end of September 2023.

For Museum Night, the Kunsthalle, the Collection of Classical Antiquities and the Seeburg invite visitors to explore a range of interdisciplinary perspectives. Various institutions of Kiel University present current projects and create opportunities for exchange between research, science and art.

How are images created today in the face of an ever-increasing flood of images? How can they capture attention and encourage concentration rather than further amplify the noise of the media landscape?

Created in cooperation with the Communication Design programme, nine students have developed new photographic works. The focus is on the question of how images function under conditions of public visibility, distance and attention when they do not appear in isolation, but rather in sequences, series and spatial arrangements.

Artists: Isabelle Dapperheld, Denis Foik, Marlene Krömer, Amelie Pechtold, Milla Pukall, Alexander Rudd, Leander Schroeder, Freya Stoermer and Marisa Velthuis.

“spce | Muthesius” is a curated space operated by Muthesius University of Fine Arts and Design that engages with impulses from design, artistic and academic research, amplifies them through interaction and makes them accessible to local as well as (inter)national audiences.

With “spce | Muthesius”, the university has created a visionary space in the heart of Kiel city centre that understands exhibition-making as an independent, process-based and research-oriented practice – rich in aesthetic, discursive and social potential. The space raises fundamental questions about (re)presentation, the public sphere and the role of art in social discourse.

Curatorial approaches create spaces for thought and possibility that can be experienced through the senses and enable collective engagement. “spce | Muthesius” initiates projects in public spaces, welcomes external impulses, provides a platform for guest projects and collaborations, and thus promotes permeability beyond established hierarchies in a consumer-oriented urban environment.

spce | Muthesius is fully accessible.

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Digital Mini-Exhibitions in AR – an Initiative by the Collection of Classical Antiquities
Combine plaster casts, 3D models and texts in augmented reality to create experimental mini-museums.

Ancient Meets Contemporary – A New Line for Ancient Scenes
Become part of ancient scenes! Using the ‘Da Vinci Eyes’ app, trace historical motifs by hand and give them your own personal touch.

Love Letters – An Odyssey of Emotions
Embrace the kitsch! Write a flamboyant love letter with glitter confetti, stamps and a seal. The Kunsthalle will send it on its journey in an elegant envelope. The team from Kiel’s literary magazine Der Schnipsel e. V. will be there to lend a hand.

Experience the Odyssey for Yourself
Immerse yourself in the adventures of Homer with a programme developed by researchers from the ROOTS Cluster of Excellence.

Botany for All the Senses
Get up close and personal with plants. The experts from the Botanical Garden offer insights and answer your questions.

Sketch the Senses – See, Feel and Draw Plants
Explore the plants of the Botanical Garden and turn your impressions into artistic drawings.

A Plant to Take Home
Create your own botanical-inspired tote bag with the screen-printing workshop linksimhof.

Print Workshop: Where Leaves Meet Colour
Try out experimental printing techniques and discover your own botanical designs.

The Science of Art
Discover the world of Danish painter Vilhelm Lundstrøm (1893–1950) and explore modern art research.

Immerse Yourself in Antiquity
Explore the world of ancient rituals and healing practices with the virtual reality exhibition Myth and Modernity.

The Art Association Shows Its Face – Speed Portrait Session
In open drawing sessions, members of the SHKV and guests portray one another.

The Kunsthalle zu Kiel, inaugurated in 1909, is both a museum with its own collection and an exhibition venue and is part of Kiel University. The building is also home to the Schleswig-Holstein Art Association, founded in 1843, and its collection. Due to renovation work, the building has been closed since the end of September 2023.

For Museum Night, the Kunsthalle, the Collection of Classical Antiquities and the Seeburg invite visitors to explore a range of interdisciplinary perspectives. Various institutions of Kiel University present current projects and create opportunities for exchange between research, science and art.

Faculty of Mechanical Engineering – Be captivated by the majestic sounds of the more than 100-year-old steam engine.

"One Million Volts: Lightning and Thunder in the HAW Kiel High-Voltage Laboratory" – Gain a spectacular insight into the world of lightning and thunder and experience the testing facilities of the HAW Kiel High-Voltage and Lightning Laboratory.

Since 2013, the student project "AUV Team TomKyle" has been developing autonomous underwater vehicles and regularly takes part in projects and competitions exploring the seabed.

How can robots support us in caring for and assisting people in the future? HAW Kiel explores this question through various research projects.

Semester projects from the field of mechatronics will be presented alongside demonstrators showcasing electric mobility technologies. Presentations will explain their functions and underlying technologies.

Campusradio aktiv from HAW Kiel will provide live coverage of Museum Night with its mobile broadcasting station.

The Digital Learning Campus (DLC) will be part of this year’s Museum Night. Under the motto "Together. Experience. The Future.", visitors can look forward to a wide range of interactive activities: try things out, be amazed, and discover new skills through hands-on future technologies and more. We make digital topics accessible and understandable for everyone.

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

This event is a partner event of Science Comes to Town.

Dive into the fascinating underwater world of local and exotic seas. The aquarium is home primarily to species from the North Sea, Baltic Sea and North Atlantic, while also offering a glimpse into the rich marine life of the Mediterranean and tropical oceans. The daily seal feeding sessions are a highlight for visitors of all ages.

www.aquarium-geomar.de
Tel. +49 431 600 16 37 | kontakt@aquarium-kiel.de
Düsternbrooker Weg 20 (on the Kiellinie waterfront) | 24105 Kiel
Bus stop: Kunsthalle or Schwanenweg

This event is a partner event of Science Comes to Town.

• Retro Network North – Exhibition of classic home computers and video games to explore, try out and play.
• Exhibition of the Mercedes LA 3500 Truck – Since summer 2018, HAW Kiel has been home to a Mercedes LA 3500 lorry, manufactured by Daimler-Benz AG in Mannheim.
• Live Music on Sokratesplatz – Featuring the Jazzline Big Band from Kiel.
• Guest Exhibition – Artwork by Seoyeong Choi from Muthesius University of Fine Arts and Design.

This event is a partner event of Science Comes to Town.

Visitors can learn how the Baltic Sea was formed after the last Ice Age and what unique habitats have developed as a result. Insights into the polar seas also provide fascinating information about how whales, seals and other animals have adapted to extreme living conditions. As part of a citizen science activity, real samples from the research vessel Polarstern will be examined under microscopes. The programme is complemented by a photo wall featuring fascinating specimens from our collection.

Today, the Zoological Museum Kiel, as part of the university, operates at the intersection of research, teaching and public engagement. It houses extensive collections that serve as unique archives of life. The accompanying exhibitions present the latest findings from marine research, zoology and evolutionary science. At their heart are the valuable original specimens. Dive into the deep sea, discover the diversity of whales in our local waters, get up close and personal with the animals, or travel back through the history of our museum.

The Zoological Museum is not wheelchair accessible.

This event is a partner event of Science Comes to Town.

Welcome to the ocean experience centre in the heart of Kiel! Young and old explorers can discover the fascination of the oceans here. Listen to the song of the dolphins, explore fascinating exhibits from marine research and dive into the world beneath the surface of the water.

SEALEVEL has limited accessibility.

This event is a partner event of Science Comes to Town.

The so-called RC telescope is the most modern and versatile type of telescope for observations with the naked eye or a camera. The telescope at the observatory is one of the largest of its kind in northern Germany and is accessible to the public as part of guided observations.

On clear, starry nights, observing the Moon and stars or catching a shooting star is a delight even with the naked eye. But with our reflecting telescope, visitors of all ages can get a close-up view of the Moon’s craters or take a closer look at Saturn’s delicate rings.

The observatory is not wheelchair accessible.

The event is partner of Science Comes to Town.

We will take you on a 20-minute journey and showcase the diversity of our programme. The dome’s projection surface fills your entire field of vision, so you are practically sitting right in the middle of the images. The boundaries between reality and virtual reality become blurred – you don’t just see, you can feel yourself flying through space, for example.

Simply sit back, forget about everyday life and immerse yourself in unknown worlds. The extraordinary perspective of the 360-degree dome invites young and old alike to embark on fascinating journeys to the world of planets, distant stars and galaxies, and into the past and the future.

The Mediendom is fully accessible.

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

19:00–19:15

ALLTAG AN BORD | Director: Felix Gross, 15 min., German
A tribute to those who have made the ocean their workplace and an invitation to rediscover the world of marine research. Guest: Scientists from Kiel Marine Science

20:00–20:15

SHAPE THE FUTURE | Director: Lorenz Naegele, 15 min., English with German subtitles
From crafting wooden surfboards to tackling plastic pollution – how a passion for the ocean can be transformed into a vision for a sustainable future. Guest: Martin Scharffenberg (Scharffenberg Surfboards & Surfrider Foundation Kiel Local Chapter)

Welcome to the ocean experience centre in the heart of Kiel! Young and old explorers can discover the fascination of the oceans here. Listen to the song of the dolphins, explore fascinating exhibits from marine research and dive into the world beneath the surface of the water.

SEALEVEL has limited accessibility.

This event is a partner event of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

ZTS Grundstücksverwaltung GmbH, the East District Office (Stadtteilbüro Ost), the Fisheries Association (Fischwirtschaftliche Vereinigung) and GEOMAR have once again joined forces to showcase the diversity of Kiel's eastern waterfront.

Enjoy a colorful day featuring live music, fish auctions, games, open ship tours, hands-on activities, GEOMAR's Open Day, presentations by local businesses, institutions and associations, a wide range of food and drink, and a flea market.

Activity and Games Zone: Bouncy castle • Quattro High Jump • Arts and crafts • Climbing wall • Games • Science experiments • Face painting. Fish Hall: Fish auctions • Fresh seafood specialties • Live music • Information booths on fish and the sea. GEOMAR: Experience marine technology • Guided tours of the research centre • Expedition cinema • Latest scientific discoveries • Interactive experiments • Virtual diving experiences • Large-scale art meets marine research. Stage and Circus Tent: Live music ranging from folk and indie rock to Low German songs • Dance • Acrobatics. Information Mile: Social organisations • Clubs and associations • Businesses • Mobility. HAW Kiel: Institute of Civil Engineering, Architecture and Civil Engineering degree programmes • Laboratory demonstrations and experiments • Mobility • Startup Area. Open Ship: Research vessel ALKOR • Lamara • Additional vessels, if available. Food and Drinks: Burgers • French fries • Fish • African cuisine • Sausages • Crêpes • Ice cream • Soft drinks • Coffee • Cake. Bambini Fun Run: 10:45 a.m. • Starting point near the circus tent • No registration required, and much more.

Stage Programme

• 10:00 a.m.: Open-air church service
• 11:00 a.m.: Musikzug Kieler Sprotten ETV
• 12:00 p.m.: Hoorah Henries
• 1:15 p.m.: TSC Rot-Gold Schönkirchen (Dance Group)
• 1:30 p.m.: K-System Dance School
• 2:00 p.m.: Grand Eugene
• 3:15 p.m.: ETV Acrobatics Show
• 4:00 p.m.: Contrapost

Circus Tent

• 11:30 a.m.: Der Alte Affe Angst
• 1:00 p.m.: Julius Krebs
• 2:30 p.m.: Mira Zounogo
• 4:00 p.m.: Saad Alsayed

Getting There: Take the SFK Kiel Ferry F2 according to the regular timetable between the Reventloubrücke, Dietrichsdorf and Wellingdorf ferry terminals every 30 minutes. During the event, Bus Route 11 will operate more frequently (see the special timetable on the Ahoi Ostufer website). Get off at the Kiel Seefischmarkt or Wellingdorf bus stops. Please note that no parking is available at the festival grounds.

Further information is available at www.ahoi-ostufer.de or on Instagram: ahoi_ostufer. Admission to all events and activities is free!

The event is partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

In the halls and galleries of Eutin Castle, from 8 May 2026 onwards, ancient vases as well as figures of heroines and gods will encounter the castle’s magnificent interior. With over 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have long been embedded within the castle. Those wishing to learn more can embark on an exciting search for images and motifs from antiquity which have been reinterpreted in ever-changing ways throughout the ages and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Antiquities. A programme of lectures, guided tours and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
8 May – 1 November
Eutin Castle
Highlights from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities at Eutin Castle
Description: Family tour of the special exhibition

This event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

How do whales and dolphins communicate underwater? How do ships find their way across the sea? And what actually happens to the plastic that ends up in our oceans?

On 3 and 4 September, you can explore these questions for yourself in exciting workshops aboard the Passpartout in Kiel’s Museum Harbour! The 8.75-metre sailing boat is the expedition vessel of Marine and Wenceslas. The two sailors and reporters from Brest are travelling the world aboard the Passpartout, discovering new places and reporting on their experiences.

During their stop in Kiel, they will also host a microplastics workshop with Dr Mark Lenz from GEOMAR. Here, you can experiment for yourself: investigate how microplastics can be filtered from sand and find out where it comes from, how it enters the sea and what we can do about it.

Workshops for school classes aged 10 to 16 (registration required)

When? 3 and 4 September, 9.00 am to 1.00 pm (2 hours per school class)
Where? Kiel Museum Harbour
Registration: https://tally.so/r/GxEgOz

The event is offered by Science Comes to Town.

How do whales and dolphins communicate underwater? How do ships find their way across the sea? And what actually happens to the plastic that ends up in our oceans?

On 3 and 4 September, you can explore these questions for yourself in exciting workshops aboard the Passpartout in Kiel’s Museum Harbour! The 8.75-metre sailing boat is the expedition vessel of Marine and Wenceslas. The two sailors and reporters from Brest are travelling the world aboard the Passpartout, discovering new places and reporting on their experiences.

During their stop in Kiel, they will also host a microplastics workshop with Dr Mark Lenz from GEOMAR. Here, you can experiment for yourself: investigate how microplastics can be filtered from sand and find out where it comes from, how it enters the sea and what we can do about it.

Workshops for school classes aged 10 to 16 (registration required)

When? 3 and 4 September, 9.00 am to 1.00 pm (2 hours per school class)
Where? Kiel Museum Harbour
Registration: https://tally.so/r/GxEgOz

The event is offered by Science Comes to Town.

What does it feel like to sail around the world on a small sailing boat? How do whales and dolphins communicate underwater? And how did people navigate the seas before GPS? You can find the answers to these and many other questions at the Passpartout Open Ship event in Kiel’s Museum Harbour. On Saturday, 5 September 2026, Marine and Wenceslas will open the doors of their expedition sailing boat to interested visitors. The two sailors and reporters regularly embark on long journeys aboard the 8.75-metre Passpartout, discovering the world and reporting on their experiences. As well as exploring the boat and learning more about Marine and Wenceslas’ journeys, visitors can discover how whales and dolphins communicate and even try out an underwater microphone. Marine and Wenceslas will also demonstrate various ways of navigating at sea. The Open Ship is aimed at children and adults who are curious about life aboard an expedition sailing boat.

When? 5 September, 10.00 am to 4.00 pm 
Where? Kiel Museum Harbour

The event is offered by Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

In the halls and galleries of Eutin Castle, from 8 May 2026 onwards, ancient vases as well as figures of heroines and gods will encounter the castle’s magnificent interior. With over 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have long been embedded within the castle. Those wishing to learn more can embark on an exciting search for images and motifs from antiquity which have been reinterpreted in ever-changing ways throughout the ages and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Antiquities. A programme of lectures, guided tours and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
8 May – 1 November
Eutin Castle
Highlights from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities at Eutin Castle
Description: Family tour of the special exhibition

This event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

In 2026, the first GREEN SCREEN Science Slam will take place. Several science slammers will take to the stage, presenting science in short, engaging talks. The aim is to present exciting research topics in detail while making them entertaining and accessible to everyone. No topic is too unusual and no format is off limits: whether with a presentation, as a piece of poetry or with a live experiment – the main thing is that it is scientifically accurate and as vivid and engaging as possible!

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

In the halls and galleries of Eutin Castle, from 8 May 2026 onwards, ancient vases as well as figures of heroines and gods will encounter the castle’s magnificent interior. With over 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have long been embedded within the castle. Those wishing to learn more can embark on an exciting search for images and motifs from antiquity which have been reinterpreted in ever-changing ways throughout the ages and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Antiquities. A programme of lectures, guided tours and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
8 May – 1 November
Eutin Castle
Highlights from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities at Eutin Castle
Description: Family tour of the special exhibition

This event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

How do GEOMAR scientists explore the ocean? What technologies do they use, and what happens to the samples collected from seafloors around the globe? Find out the answers to these questions and more on a guided tour of the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel.

On Tuesday, 15. September 2026, from 16:00 to 17:30, the research centre is inviting interested visitors to take part in a tour of its main facilities. The tour will be led by Gerd Hoffmann-Wieck, who has been providing insights into GEOMAR’s work for many years.

Participants will explore the main building, gaining exclusive access to the seawater supply system, which pumps fresh Baltic Sea water into the laboratories continuously. In the Seagoing Technologies area, visitors will learn how global expeditions are equipped and how specialised instruments are developed, built and maintained before being deployed in the depths of the ocean. The tour also includes the Core Repository, where visitors will discover how metre-long sediment cores are collected from the seafloor and what information they can provide about climate history.

The tour is open to anyone interested in learning more about GEOMAR’s work. No prior knowledge is required.

To registration: events.geomar.de/event/1069/registrations/

Date:
Tuesday, 15. September 2026, from 16:00 to 17:30
GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel
Wischhofstr. 1-3, 24148 Kiel

Additional dates:
Tuesday, 6. October 2026, from 16:00 to 17:30

As part of Science Comes To Town (SCTT), the Kiel Research Workshop has developed a special program: on every second-to-last Thursday of the month, the teaching and learning laboratory opens its doors to the public. On Thursday, September 17, 2026, the nawi team invites participants to explore the world of robotics and sensor technology. Adults who are interested in the topic but have not yet ventured into the field will be offered an accessible and playful introduction to sensors and robotics. Program a simple robot yourself—no prior programming experience required—or create your own objects using 3D printing technology. Participants will also learn about sensors, microcontrollers, and actuators, gaining the basic knowledge needed to develop their own projects, such as an automated irrigation system.

Participation is free of charge. However, registration is required, as the number of participants is limited. If too few people register for a session, we reserve the right to cancel or postpone the event at short notice. Registration is available via the Kiel Research Workshop website:
https://www.forschungs-werkstatt.de/anmeldung-tueren-auf-wissenschaft-fuer-alle-am-20-august-2026/

The Kiel Research Workshop opens its doors to the public on every second-to-last Thursday of the month.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

In the halls and galleries of Eutin Castle, from 8 May 2026 onwards, ancient vases as well as figures of heroines and gods will encounter the castle’s magnificent interior. With over 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have long been embedded within the castle. Those wishing to learn more can embark on an exciting search for images and motifs from antiquity which have been reinterpreted in ever-changing ways throughout the ages and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Antiquities. A programme of lectures, guided tours and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
8 May – 1 November
Eutin Castle
Highlights from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities at Eutin Castle
Description: Family tour of the special exhibition

This event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Lecture by Dr Charlotte Schreiter, Rheinisches Landesmuseum Bonn.

As part of the special exhibition In the Mirror of Antiquity.

In the halls and galleries of Schloss Eutin, ancient vases, and figures of heroes, heroines, and gods from the palace’s magnificent historical interior will be on display from 8 May 2026. With more than 40 exhibits from the Antikensammlung Kiel, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to explore hidden mythological stories that have long been embedded within the castle.

Those who wish to learn more can embark on an exciting search for traces of ancient images and motifs, which have been reinterpreted in every era and continue to shape thought and culture today. The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Schloss Eutin Foundation and the Antikensammlung Kiel. A programme of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

In the Mirror of Antiquity
8 May – 1 November
Schloss Eutin

The event is partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

In the halls and galleries of Eutin Castle, from 8 May 2026 onwards, ancient vases as well as figures of heroines and gods will encounter the castle’s magnificent interior. With over 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have long been embedded within the castle. Those wishing to learn more can embark on an exciting search for images and motifs from antiquity which have been reinterpreted in ever-changing ways throughout the ages and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Antiquities. A programme of lectures, guided tours and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
8 May – 1 November
Eutin Castle
Highlights from the Kiel Collection of Antiquities at Eutin Castle
Description: Family tour of the special exhibition

This event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

How do GEOMAR scientists explore the ocean? What technologies do they use, and what happens to the samples collected from seafloors around the globe? Find out the answers to these questions and more on a guided tour of the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel.

On Tuesday, 6. Oktober 2026, from 16:00 to 17:30, the research centre is inviting interested visitors to take part in a tour of its main facilities. The tour will be led by Gerd Hoffmann-Wieck, who has been providing insights into GEOMAR’s work for many years.

Participants will explore the main building, gaining exclusive access to the seawater supply system, which pumps fresh Baltic Sea water into the laboratories continuously. In the Seagoing Technologies area, visitors will learn how global expeditions are equipped and how specialised instruments are developed, built and maintained before being deployed in the depths of the ocean. The tour also includes the Core Repository, where visitors will discover how metre-long sediment cores are collected from the seafloor and what information they can provide about climate history.

The tour is open to anyone interested in learning more about GEOMAR’s work. No prior knowledge is required.

To registration: events.geomar.de/event/1069/registrations/

Date:
Tuesday, 6. Oktober 2026, from 16:00 to 17:30
GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel
Wischhofstr. 1-3, 24148 Kiel

This lecture is all about real detective work: Researchers examine ancient bones and, with the help of DNA, discover how people lived during the Stone Age—who were related, who came from far away, and what secrets are hidden in the graves. Why are there people in a grave who aren’t even related? And how can we figure out who was related to whom 5,000 years ago?

Together with Professor Ben Krause-Kyora, you’ll explore how researchers can reconstruct entire stories from tiny traces and why some findings remain a mystery even today.

Ben Krause-Kyora is a professor at the Institute of Clinical Molecular Biology at the University of Kiel. He studies human evolution at the molecular level and investigates his research questions using ancient DNA (aDNA) analysis.

Interactive lectures for children ages 8 to 14.

• When? 4:30–5:30 p.m. – Admission to the Children’s University lectures begins at 4:00 p.m. Adults can watch all lectures via livestream in a second lecture hall.

• Where? University of Kiel, Lecture Hall Building, Christian-Albrechts-Platz 3 (CAP3), Lecture Hall 2

Organizational Details:

Participation in the Children’s University is free of charge. However, the number of participants per lecture is limited. For organizational reasons, admission is therefore only possible with a valid ticket.

-> Click here to register for individual or group tickets.

Bus tickets can be purchased through Science Comes to Town if needed.

This event is part of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Do you have an exciting idea and are looking for the right people to turn it into a startup? Do you want to start a business but don’t have a business idea of your own yet? Or are you working in academia and wondering what opportunities might arise from research and scientific expertise?

Then Co-Founder Meet&Match is just the thing for you.

At this event, Startup Port, the Center for Entrepreneurship (ZfE) at the University of Kiel, and Science Comes To Town will bring together people with ideas, skills, and an interest in starting a business at Kiel City Hall. The goal is to help form new startup teams and foster exchange between academia, business, and the startup community.

What can you expect?

Starting May 8, 2026, ancient vases, heroines, and gods from classical mythology will encounter the magnificent furnishings of Eutin Castle in its halls and galleries. With more than 40 exhibits from the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities, the exhibition unfolds an impressive interplay of forms and invites visitors to experience the hidden mythological stories that have always been concealed within the castle.

Those who want to learn more can embark on an exciting journey of discovery, tracing images and motifs from antiquity that have been reinterpreted time and again in different eras and continue to shape thought and culture to this day.

The exhibition project is a collaboration between the Eutin Castle Foundation and the Kiel Collection of Classical Antiquities. A program of lectures, guided tours, and creative workshops accompanies the exhibition.

IN THE MIRROR OF ANTIQUITY
May 8 – November 1
Eutin Castle
Guided tour of the special exhibition

The event is a partner of Science Comes to Town.

Two-thirds of the Earth is covered by the ocean, and yet large parts of the oceans remain unexplored to this day. Expeditions across the world’s oceans are among humanity’s last great adventures. Deep down on the ocean floor, many secrets still await discovery.

But how do scientists explore the dark depths of the oceans? And what is everyday life like aboard a research vessel? In the Children’s University lecture on November 4, 2026, Professor Sebastian Krastel will take you on a journey of discovery across the world’s oceans: From the Baltic Sea to the Mediterranean and on to the icy Antarctic. Along the way, you’ll learn, for example, which research vessels are in use, how modern echo sounders explore the seafloor, how underwater robots are deployed, and what mysterious samples from the depths are brought to light.

Sebastian Krastel is a professor of marine geophysics at the Institute of Geosciences at Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel (CAU) and an expert in the study of marine natural hazards.

Interactive lectures for children ages 8 to 14.

• When? 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. – Admission to the Children’s University lectures begins at 4:00 p.m. Adults can watch all lectures via livestream in a second lecture hall.

• Where? Kiel University, Lecture Hall Building, Christian-Albrechts-Platz 3 (CAP3), Lecture Hall 2

Organizational Details:

Participation in the Children’s University is free of charge. However, the number of participants per lecture is limited. For organizational reasons, admission is therefore only possible with a valid ticket.

-> Click here to register for individual or group tickets.

This event is part of Science Comes to Town.

This lecture on 9 December 2026 is all about the "Cake Paradox." Why can some people eat as much cake as they like and still stay slim? And why do others gain weight more easily, even though they don't seem to eat much more?

In this talk, Privatdozent (PD) Dr Tim Hollstein explores two different metabolic types. After all, our bodies do not use energy in the same way. Some people have a more energy-efficient metabolism, while others burn energy more readily.

You will also find out what happens inside the body when we eat, why calories do not affect everyone in the same way, and what role metabolism plays. And, of course, together you'll answer the most important question of all: What does cake have to do with it?

Tim Hollstein is a metabolism researcher and Senior Consultant in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology and Diabetology at the University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein (UKSH). He is also a researcher in the Cluster of Excellence PMI and the Kiel Life Science (KLS) research focus.

Interactive lectures for children ages 8 to 14.

• When? 4:30–5:30 p.m. – Admission to the Children’s University lectures begins at 4:00 p.m. Adults can watch all lectures via livestream in a second lecture hall.

• Where? University of Kiel, Lecture Hall Building at Christian-Albrechts-Platz 3 (CAP3), Lecture Hall 2

Organizational Details:

Participation in the Children’s University is free of charge. However, the number of participants per lecture is limited. For organizational reasons, admission is therefore only possible with a valid ticket.

-> Click here to register for individual or group tickets.

This event is part of Science Comes to Town.