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Children's Building Hut
Winsen (Luhe), Lower Saxony
Hands-on building history with real materials and tools
About
The Children's Building Hut at the Museum im Marstall offers an immersive journey into regional building history through engaging, hands-on activities. During the summer, children aged 5 and up can participate in an open, free program, constructing a timber-framed house structure with child-friendly tools and materials. Winter brings a digital experience for ages 8+, featuring a unique computer game and scavenger hunt.
Our Take
Family Friendly
Best For
Hands-on learning, families, children interested in building and history
Vibe
Educational, interactive, creative, historical
Energy Level
Medium
Budget
Low (Free Summer Program)
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low (outdoor summer program is weather-dependent, but digital program is indoors)
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Location
Event Details
Pricing
Free for the open hands-on program in summer. Specific prices for school/kindergarten programs and birthdays are available upon booking.
Duration
All day for outdoor program, specific times for digital program
Ages
Children from 5 years for the outdoor program, children from 8 years for the digital program.
Schedule
Open hands-on program in summer in front of the museum, free and without registration. Every Sunday has a focus theme: May 11: Season opening, June 15: Tower and Castle, July 13: Sawing and Carving, August 17: Rafting and Raft Building (registration required), September 21: Metal in House Construction. Digital program in winter for ages 8+.
Organizer
Museum im Marstall
Practical Information
Parking
A free parking lot is located in Eppensallee: Winsen parking lot near City. Disabled parking spaces are available at the town hall opposite the museum.
Pet Policy
No pets allowed (service animals may be permitted, check with venue)
Food & Drink
Not specified, but likely available for purchase or guests may bring their own.
Quick Actions
Tips & Advice
- Check the weekly focus themes for the summer outdoor program to plan your visit around specific building topics like towers, castles, or raft building.
- For the 'Rafting and Raft Building' theme on August 17th, ensure you register in advance as it requires booking.
- If visiting with younger children (5+), the summer outdoor program is ideal, offering direct interaction with building materials and tools.
- For children aged 8 and above, the digital winter program provides a unique way to learn about building history through interactive games and online activities.
- Consider utilizing the public transportation options; the museum is a short walk from the Winsen train station or central bus station.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age groups is the Children's Building Hut suitable for?
The outdoor program is designed for children aged 5 and up, while the digital winter program is for children aged 8 and over.
Is there a cost to participate in the summer program?
The open hands-on program in the summer is free of charge and does not require registration.
What kind of materials and tools are used?
They use real building materials such as child-friendly sized bricks and tools inspired by historical designs, allowing for authentic construction experiences.
Are there special programs for schools or groups?
Yes, they offer specific programs for schools and kindergartens, as well as options for birthday parties and group visits.
What happens during the winter months?
During winter, the Children's Building Hut offers a digital program for children aged 8 and over, featuring a computer game called 'Baumeister Winni' and a digital scavenger hunt.