Tales of trickster characters can be found on every continent. Many of the objects in the Ethnological Museum reflect the theme of these creatures – for example, Anansi, the cunning spider from West Africa, or the wily hornbill of Papua New Guinea.
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Drop-In
They are usually tricky, ambivalent and heroic characters! Using these stories as inspiration, as well as a plentiful supply of bright ideas and resources, families can work together to bring their own trickster to life.
- 0 EUR plus exihition ticket
- Book your ticket at the box office in the Foyer.
- Dates and ticket booking for the coming month are activated at the end of the previous month.
- Room 217
- Language: English, German
Meeting point & time: The meeting point for guided tours and the location for workshops can be found on your booking confirmation. In order for the tour to begin punctually, please arrive 15 minutes before the programme is due to start. We ask that you allow for this additional quarter hour when planning your visit.free admission
Additional information
Our tip: Find good stories in good books, visit the shop at the Humboldt Forum, onsite or online! Then enjoy a good coffee and more in the Schlüterhof or the rooftop restaurant.
Do you have a question about the Humbolt Forum, about your visit or an event? For your questions and for all other concerns please use the contact form below.
Accessibility
The Humboldt Forum and all exhibition rooms can be reached barrier-free with a wheelchair. A tactile floor guidance system facilitates orientation for blind and visually impaired visitors. Educational formats are tailored to the different needs of visitors with disabilities. These include tactile tours, guided tours and workshops.
Barrier-free parking is available south of the Humboldt Forum on Schlossplatz. Barrier-free parking is available south of the Humboldt Forum on Schlossplatz. For more information, click here.
Bus bays are available in Rathausstraße: Stopping time from 9 - 22.30
By underground and suburban railway
U Museumsinsel (U5): 1 min walk
S/U Alexanderplatz: 15 min walk
S Hackescher Markt: 10 min walk
By bus
Lustgarten: 100, 300, N5; 1 min walk
Berlin Palace: 147; 1 min walk
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