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What will tomorrow’s energy supply look like—and what aspects of it are already a reality in Jena today? The City of Jena’s exhibition “ENERGY—WHAT MOVES US” provides answers to these and other questions about the energy transition.

Test your knowledge and discover the world of science in a fun way!

Not every touch feels the same: In this demonstration, visitors experience how a gentle caress is perceived and what role CT nerve fibers play in this process.

Collection items, forest maps, museum inventories: Experience firsthand how we’re using AI to digitally catalog Thuringia’s cultural treasures. And beneath the ThULB, the Fürstenkeller—dating back to 1532—awaits exploration—one of the largest vaulted cellars in Germany.

Take part in an exciting scavenger hunt and win a prize!

In 1846, Carl Wilhelm Goettling founded the Archaeological Museum at the University of Jena. Donations and acquisitions have caused the collection to grow significantly over the decades. An anniversary exhibition traces its 180-year history through a selection of donated items.

I bet you're multilingual! Find out at stations where you can try things out and get involved. Experience what multilingualism means and why language acquisition might be different than you think.

The exhibition "Images & Building Blocks" focuses on birds and insects. Through his documentary nature photography, Hubert Mahr aims to highlight the fascinating diversity of local habitats and draw attention to details that are often overlooked.

Two years before the opening, you’ll get a sneak peek at this innovative exhibition: You’ll have the chance to interact with historical objects yourself, gaining unique insights, all enhanced by interactive stations on optics and photonics.

For over 130 years, ZEISS camera lenses have been impressing users with their unique quality. In collaboration with vivo, ZEISS is developing smartphone cameras that bring the ZEISS Portrait Style to your phone. Tessar, Biogon, Sonnar—capture portraits with the legendary ZEISS look.

The exhibition “Images of Science” features fascinating research images from the EAH Jena that are not only scientifically compelling but also aesthetically inspiring.

The enchanted forest, the big bad wolf, the wicked witch, the gingerbread house—we all have images from fairy tales in our minds. But where do these ideas come from? And what happens when we retell them?

Creative Space and modern manufacturing technologies for producing prototypes and proofs of concept

A Look Back at the History of the Long Night of Science in Jena

Immerse yourself in a world full of discoveries and connections! Our diverse offerings give you the opportunity to think innovatively and get actively involved. Whether it’s economic policy, journalism, or innovation—there’s something for everyone!