Experience traditional crafts live in the Beuren open-air museum!

Experience traditional crafts live in the Beuren open-air museum!

On May 29, 2025, the day of Ascension Day, the Beuren Open Air Museum invites you to a special event that will focus on the treasures of traditional craftsmanship. According to the Stuttgart News From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., visitors can take part in various activities and learn about more than ten crafts, including blacksmithing, shoemaking and needle binding.

Particular highlights are the demonstrations that take place live on site. One of the most spectacular performances will be shoeing a horse. In addition, craftsmen have the opportunity to sell their products and provide information about courses and workshops available.

Interactive experiences for the whole family

The event is aimed at all generations, and both children and adults are warmly invited to actively participate. Under the guidance of experienced specialists such as blacksmiths, weavers and carpenters, visitors can try out the craft skills themselves and experience how traditional crafts are transferred into modern times.

The Beuren open-air museum, which plays an essential role in preserving rural culture, not only offers its visitors a platform for craft demonstrations, but also an insight into living conditions 100 years ago. How Planet knowledge Historical buildings that were demolished during the economic boom were rebuilt stone by stone in open-air museums. These museums use the old buildings to present craft skills that are rarely used in the private sector today.

The importance of traditional craft techniques

The open-air museum not only offers the opportunity to get to know and experience old professions, but also keeps endangered farm animal breeds alive that are important for future breeding. The preserved techniques represent cultural assets accumulated over centuries, the regular application and transmission of which is necessary in order to preserve the knowledge. Traditional craftsmanship comes to life here, and high-quality products can be purchased directly in the museum, further strengthening the connection to historical craftsmanship.

The museum director Steffi Cornelius is available for further information about the festival as well as other activities and offers at the open-air museum. The museum is located in Herbstwiesen, D – 72660 Beuren. For inquiries you can reach the information telephone at 0711 3902-41890, as well as the email address info@freilichtmuseum-beuren.de is available for contact permissions, as on the museum's official website explained becomes.