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Wishes, dreams and their power: New exhibition opens in Bamberg!
Experience the winter exhibition “Make a Wish!” in the Bamberg Historical Museum until March 22, 2026 - an exciting examination of wishes.
Wishes, dreams and their power: New exhibition opens in Bamberg!
The new winter exhibition “Make a Wish!” will open in the heart of Bamberg on November 7, 2025. in the Historical Museum. This creative show can be seen until March 22, 2026 and invites visitors of all ages to explore the topic of desires. Not only is the influence of desires on our thoughts, feelings and actions examined here, but also deep questions from psychology, theology and philosophy are addressed.
The exhibition explores the phenomenon of how advertising and social media influence our desires and thus our consumer behavior. The power and dangers that can come from “wrong” wishes and curses are also critically questioned. This results in a multifaceted look at a topic that concerns us all.
Interactive experiences for young and old
What is special about this exhibition are the numerous hands-on stations and interactive media stations. Children can explore the topics in a playful way, with creative offerings and an accompanying supporting program providing additional variety. There is something for everyone here - whether young or old, the exhibition combines knowledge with experience in an exciting way.
The museum director Dr. Wolfgang Metzner and the curator Eleonora Cagol also gave greetings. Fabian Ludovico was present to accompany the opening with his words. This well-considered speech not only explains the thematic depth of the exhibition, but also inspires the audience.
A look at the historical collection
The exhibition includes a variety of objects, including archaeological finds, historical toys, and amulets, which immerse the visitor in the world of desires. Such collections offer an impressive insight into the history and development of human wishes and desires. By merging historical material and modern issues, the exhibition creates an exciting field of tension between the past and the present.
The project is supported by the Oberfrankenstiftung and the Sparkasse Bamberg Foundation, both of which are committed to cultural education in the region. This shows that culture and education play an important role even in difficult times.
Overall, the exhibition “Make a Wish! – Make a Wish!” an attractive impulse to think about your own wishes and to deal with the power of wishing. So, go ahead and explore your own wishes!