International Museum Day

Centred around the theme "Museums Connecting in a Divided World"—the 2026 call to action by ICOM (International Council of Museums)—we are delighted to be part of this global event!

Join us in celebrating the rich diversity of the museum landscape. To mark the occasion, the phanTECHNIKUM will be open on a donation basis (pay-what-you-wish). Reflecting this year's theme, our programme offers a unique look at the work going on behind the scenes while shining a spotlight on our key exhibitions.

A special focus will be placed on the life of wireless operator Noor Inayat Khan. Her courage and resolve within the resistance against National Socialism serve as a powerful example of someone who actively challenged a "divided world."

Public Overview Tour | 11:00
Explore our collection with a guided tour of the highlights!

Duration: Approx. 60 minutes
Cost: €1 per person
Booking: buchen@phantechnikum.de (Limited capacity)

Director’s Tour | 13:00
Join Michael Rahnfeld, Director of the State Museum of Technology, for an exclusive walk-through at 13:00. This tour offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the museum that are usually hidden from public view.

Cost: Free
Booking: buchen@phantechnikum.de (Limited capacity)

Film Screening: "A Call to Spy" | 14:00
At 14:00, we will be showing Lydia Dean Pilcher’s 2019 thriller, "A Call to Spy". The film follows three remarkable women working for British intelligence during the Second World War as they establish a spy network in occupied France.

One of these heroes is Noor Inayat Khan. Her story is also featured in our poster display as part of the city-wide exhibition "THEN TODAY HERE – Women in the Resistance against National Socialism." Organized by Omas gegen Rechts Wismar, this exhibition runs from 16 April to 31 May across various local sites, each dedicated to a courageous woman of the resistance.

Running time: 124 minutes
Cert: Recommended for ages 12+
Admission free

Booking: buchen@phantechnikum.de (Limited capacity)