They are the first to learn of the birth of Jesus and are brave enough to make their way to the manger at night: the shepherds. The biblical text does not reveal much about them. They are watching over their sheep when an angel comes to them and announces the good news. They then become not only the first witnesses of Christ's birth, but also the basic personnel of every nativity scene. In cooperation with the Association of Friends of Nativity Scenes, the Diocesan Museum is showing a series of nativity scenes that cover the entire spectrum of depictions of shepherds. Go in search of exciting details and the mystery of the shepherds!
Program for the special exhibition:
Art in a nutshell
Mystery of the Holy Night with Prof. Dr. Gerhard Lohmeier,
Thu, December 4, 2025, 6 p.m.
Public guided tours with Prof. Dr. Gerhard Lohmeier
Wed, December 17, 2025, 5 pm
Wed, January 28, 2025, 5 p.m.
Public guided tours through the exhibition
Sat, December 27, 4 pm
Sat, January 31, 4 p.m.
Guided tour of the cathedral crib
Sat, 27.12.2025, 14:15 h
Sat, 31.01.2026, 14:15 h
A crèche for ALL?
with Jessica Löscher and employees of the HHO
Thu, January 8, 6 pm.
Lecture
Topic inclusion with Dr. Lisa Oermann
Wed, January 14, 2026, 6 p.m.
View website| Price information | Admission is free of charge. Opening hours: Tue. to Sun., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
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Diözesanmuseum und Domschatzkammer Domhof 12 49074 Osnabrück Tel.: 0541318481 E-Mail: museumnoSpam@bistum-osnoSpam.de Website: bistum-osnabrueck.de |
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