When does the tour take place?

The tour begins on August 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM and ends at 4:00 PM.

How much is the entry fee?

The entry fee is €4.50 for adults, and €2.00 for children and reduced fares.

Where is the museum located?

The Cultural and City Historical Museum is located at Johannes-Corputius-Platz 1, 47051 Duisburg.

Is the event suitable for families?

Yes, the exhibition is vividly prepared and presents money history in a way that also allows culturally interested families to find good access.

Are there official information about the museum?

Yes, the museum provides information about exhibitions, opening hours, and visits on its official website.

What topics does the tour cover?

The focus is on the history of money, historical means of payment, the Köhler-Osbahr collection, and the question of what money means culturally.

Cash! A History of Money

Name: "Cash! A History of Money" | Tour
Start: 2026-08-02T17:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-02T18:00:00+02:00
Location: Kultur- und Stadthistorisches Museum

Cash! at the Cultural and City Historical Museum: A tour through the world of money

On August 2, 2026, the tour of "Cash! A History of Money" opens a clever, sensual view of money as a cultural technique, medium of exchange, and historical instrument of power. The exhibition takes visitors through six millennia of the history of money, connecting coins, historical means of payment, and objects from the Köhler-Osbahr collection with a precise museum pedagogical narrative. ([duisburg.de](https://www.duisburg.de/pressemitteilungen/pm/2026/juli/cash-fuehrung-im-kultur-und-stadthistorischen-museum?utm_source=openai))

Money as a narrative of trade, value, and change

The tour with Dr. Andrea Gropp does not rely on dry theory, but on vivid examination of works and historical contexts. Visitors will learn what money actually is, why the coin was invented three times, and what the oldest paper money in the world looks like. Thus, the exhibition becomes a vivid artistic experience of cultural history. ([duisburg.de](https://www.duisburg.de/pressemitteilungen/pm/2026/juli/cash-fuehrung-im-kultur-und-stadthistorischen-museum?utm_source=openai))

The Köhler-Osbahr Collection as a museum experience

In the Cultural and City Historical Museum, coins, jewelry, and objects from around the world form the core of the presentation. The Köhler-Osbahr collection tells the story of trade, exchange, global interconnections, and cultural exchange. In Duisburg, a city between the inner harbor and the old city wall, this exhibition creates a special exhibition atmosphere. ([duisburg.de](https://www.duisburg.de/tourismus/stadt_erleben/museen/kultur-und-stadthistorisches-museum))

Location, time, and educational value

The museum at Johannes-Corputius-Platz 1 is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sundays from 10 AM to 6 PM. The tour begins on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM and ends at 4:00 PM. The location combines city history, permanent exhibition, and cultural education in a compact space. ([duisburg.de](https://www.duisburg.de/tourismus/stadt_erleben/museen/kultur-und-stadthistorisches-museum))

Accessibility, directions, and visitation

The museum is located in Duisburg at the inner harbor; the city portal provides travel information, public transport notes, and further visitor data. This makes the visit to the exhibition well-planned and attractive for spontaneous cultural moments as well as targeted museum visits. ([duisburg.de](https://www.duisburg.de/tourismus/stadt_erleben/museen/kultur-und-stadthistorisches-museum))

Conclusion: This tour brings money history to life, making it tangible and surprisingly relevant. Those interested in museums, cultural history, and the symbolism of money will experience a well-founded exhibition with added value. A visit is worthwhile for all who want to discover Duisburg's museum culture with an open eye. ([duisburg.de](https://www.duisburg.de/pressemitteilungen/pm/2026/juli/cash-fuehrung-im-kultur-und-stadthistorischen-museum?utm_source=openai))