In 2023, using funds from the municipal support program “Perspektive Innenstadt,” a complex of “experiential and informational spaces dedicated to Meppen’s city history” was created in the former Arenbergische Rentei building, along with attractive information stations offering innovative educational programs on local history. These include a digital city model, an engaging introductory film on Meppen’s local history on the ground floor, as well as an accessible archive of images and documents, a searchable museum object database, a learning space with a library, and a museum display storage area. In three historically staged rooms, atmospheric audio dramas invite visitors to experience Meppen’s history “up close.” All of these offerings can also be experienced digitally via a web application and accessed using mobile devices or smartphones—simply scan the QR code. The Arenbergische Rentei is open Tuesday through Friday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. and by appointment.

Organizer: Meppen City Museum

Location: Arenbergische Rentei, Obergerichtsstr. 14

Hours: Tue. – Fri., 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Admission: free

We are happy to accept reservations for a private tour of the “Exhibition and Information Rooms on Meppen’s City History” or a tour of the Arenbergische Rentei outside of regular opening hours by phone at 05931 153 410 or by email at info@stadtmuseum-meppen.de.