FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS
In the KinderDomBauhütte (children’s construction workshop), children and young persons can undertake a fascinating search for traces of the past all year around. Slipping into the role of a medieval cathedral master builder themselves, they discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site and allow their creativity to flow through sculpture, glasswork or architectural design. The incredible achievements of the cathedral master builders are linked imaginatively to subjects such as history, RE, art, biology, maths and special topics. The wide range of projects available can be adapted to the frameworks of the syllabus and can be tailored to groups of all ages.
Please note the following in regard to all projects:
The project prices and tour surcharges for the selected offers are based on a group size of at least 10 to a maximum of 25 pupils. We grant two accompanying persons a free ticket per group (excluding material costs).
We ask for timely We would advise booking well in advance indicating your class level.
FROM CLASS 5 (AGE TEN)
Botany in stone
The West Choir Screen in Naumburg Cathedral is covered in the most beautiful ornamental foliage from the middle ages. Almost as if they were alive, oaks, vines and hops all thrive on the columns. The Naumburg Master’s inspiration – the plants of the Saale-Unstrut region – can still be found in the Cathedral Garden. In the garden, children can closely compare the sculptural works with their living templates and discover the interplay between nature and art. We also have a go at the intricate work of the sculptors. Following the traditions of construction workshops, we work in medieval dress with chisels, rasps and files to create a foliate relief out of aerated concrete based on our own sketches.
Duration: 120 min
Project fee: €8 per person
Heavenly light
The stained-glass windows of Naumburg Cathedral demonstrate the high level of craftmanship of the medieval glassmakers who fashioned items of such resplendence from this most sensitive material. It is from their work that we understand how important light was in Gothic cathedrals. Pupils look at the interplay between light, colour and geometry and go on to create their own piece of heavenly light as a memento. As glass artists they quickly learn the sensitivity required to work on such small pieces of glasswork. In the glass workshop they cut, break and grind the luminous glass to create their own pendants. Placing their pendants together also creates a collective piece of artwork for the whole group.
Duration: 120 min
Project fee: €8 per person
Marked by time
While discovering the Naumburg Cathedral Chapter Library, school groups will be amazed by the more than 30,000 valuable medieval scripts, bound in ornate leather covers. This gives them rare insights into the extensive range of artefacts and learn everything there is to know about the craft of leatherwork. At the end, each child will have the opportunity to create their own personal bookmark from genuine sleek leather. We have a number of stitching irons in different shapes and sizes which can be used in a multitude of variations to make each piece.
Duration: 120 min
Project fee: € 7 per person
Altar atelier. Cranach vs. Modernism
With the return of the Marian altar to the west choir of Naumburg Cathedral, we want to follow in the footsteps of the artist Michael Triegel. Following his example, you will create your own centrepiece to complement the famous Cranach altar. You will also learn what an altar is and the significance of the saints.
Duration: 120 min
Project fee: € 7 per person
Up, up and away. Discover the cathedral’s towers
Over 200 steps have to be climbed to reach the top of the north-west tower of the cathedral. But that's not all! Before the fantastic view makes up for any effort, the towers have to be measured and small tasks solved. At the end of the project, the brave "high-altitude hikers" are awarded a tower diploma.
Bookable from April to October
Suitable for children aged 8 and over
Duration: 120 min
Project fee: 6,00 € per person
Let there be light. Creative candlemaking
Candlelight creates a warm and cosy atmosphere. But what significance did light hold in the middle ages? Why are candles still lit in church today? The children investigate these questions while exploring the cathedral. Afterwards, they make their own individual candles using a range of construction techniques.
Duration: 120 min
Project fee: € 7 per person
Figures and dimensions
The foundation stone of the first Naumburg Cathedral was laid in 1028. But what methods and techniques were used to erect such an imposing building in just twelve years? The children step into the shoes of medieval mathematicians and planners and, using original engravings in the west choir, discover which measuring instruments were used and review how constructions were built accurately in the late middle ages. Equipped with just pair of compasses and a sight board, they then draft the floorplan of Naumburg Cathedral. With a bit of maths, they can gain an understanding of what the medieval builders managed to achieve in a fun yet challenging manner.
Duration: 240 min
Project fee: 18 € per person
