Münster in Retrospect: A Journey Back to 1976

The exhibition “50 Years Ago. Münster 1976” invites you to look back at Münster in the year 1976. The focus is on life and developments in the city five decades ago. Visitors will have the opportunity to get to know Münster from a historical perspective and engage with a past phase of the city's history.

The presentation can be seen at the Museum of the City of Münster. As a local site of memory, the museum provides the right framework for an exhibition that examines the transformation of Münster and the everyday life of the city in 1976. It raises the question of what Münster looked like 50 years ago, how urban life developed, and what changes shaped the city.

Münster Five Decades Ago

The title of the exhibition refers to the time span of 50 years. The year 1976 serves as the starting point for a historical examination of Münster. The exhibition is aimed at all those interested in the history of the city and creates an opportunity to compare the past and the present.

Whether as an individual museum visit, a group outing, or as an introduction to engaging with Münster’s city history: “50 Years Ago. Münster 1976” connects a specific historical moment with a view of the city's development. The exhibition will remain open until November 22, 2026, making it accessible even in November.

Visit to the Museum of the City of Münster

Anyone who wants to discover Münster from a contemporary historical perspective will find in this exhibition a concentrated look back at the year 1976. Information regarding the exact opening hours, admission prices, tickets, parking facilities, and accessibility is not provided in this event information. Therefore, it is advisable to contact the Museum of the City of Münster or check the official visitor information for concrete visit planning.