Bochum (German pronunciation: [ˈboːxʊm] ( listen); Westphalian: Baukem) is a city in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany and part of the Arnsberg region. It is located in the Ruhr area and is surrounded by the cities (in clockwise direction) of Herne, Castrop-Rauxel, Dortmund, Witten, Hattingen, Essen and Gelsenkirchen. With a population of nearly 365,000, it is the 16th most populous city in Germany. Bochum is a part of the Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan area.
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The extraction, processing and utilization of mineral geo-resources, subsumed here under the term ‘mining’, is a subject with great significance for the development of human civilization. The global importance of mining is increasing today, and will no doubt continue to do so in future. This is clear from the political campaigns and the intense media reactions associated with issues of raw material supplies and shortages, and also resource conservation (recycling and the use of renewable energy sources). The work of the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum, as the leading international museum on the mining industry, takes place within this socially relevant context. As one of the Leibniz Association’s research museums, the DBM is devoted to investigating the extraction, processing and utilization of mineral raw materials in the context of social, cultural, ecological and economic dynamics, spanning different historical periods. The museum shows the lasting impact which these processes have had on the development of society, and preserves relevant evidence for future generations. In short: The Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum is the cultural memory of the mining industry.
A must see when visiting the Ruhr Valley. Interesting and historically accurate. Not ideal for small children or people with walking disability.
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The winding tower of the Hannover Colliery rises into the sky in the North of Bochum like a mediaeval fortress. At the time it was built the defiant architecture also made a powerful impression on contemporaries. The most splendid exhibit in the engine house is the steamdriven winding engine built in 1893. It is the oldest of its type still standing in its original place. During live demonstrations this technical dinosaur is brought back to life once more. The final wagons of coal were brought to the surface here in 1973. Nowadays the Hannover Colliery promotes art, exhibitions and events from steam festivals to boules tournaments. The “Kids’ Colliery” is a big hit with younger visitors. Here they can play at being coal miners, and in doing so, learn all about the different facets of the work.
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Die im Schloßpark Haus Weitmar gelegene Galerie m Bochum zeigt in wechselnden Ausstellungen zeitgenössische Kunst. Das großzügig angelegte Galeriegebäude bietet einen idealen Rahmen, für die unterschiedlichsten Kunstformen. Seit 47 Jahren engagiert sie sich für zeitgenössische Kunst und nimmt eine feste Position im internationalen Kunstbetrieb ein.
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So pleased to be able to finally visit this railway mueum even during these pandemic times. It is about a 15 minute walk from the local railway station. Excellent one way system in place ensuring contact with others is kept to an absolute minimum. Hand sanitisers were available at various locations about the site with face masks being a necessity. The museum is spread over a large area with full access to virtually all buildings and sidings except for the narrow gauge feldbahn railway. There is an excellent collection of steam, diesel, electric loocomotves, coaching stock, freight wagons and engineering vehicles to suit all tastes. On the day of our visit none of the locomtives were in use but that didnt detract from a most enjoyable stay. I would recommend leaving 2-3 hours to enjoy to the full. Recommended for anyone interested in railway history
Telekommunikation - nichts hat unsere Welt in der vergangenen Zeit so geprägt. Doch nichts gerät so schnell in Vergessenheit wie die Technik, die sie ermöglicht hat. Unser Verein Telekom-Historik Bochum e.V. möchte, dass die Entwicklung dieser faszinierenden Technologie in Erinnerung bleibt! Unter dem Motto: Vom Morseapparat zur Datentechnik der Gegenwart, von der Freileitung zum Glasfaserkabel, werden die Besucher auf eine Zeitreise durch die Geschichte der elektrischen Nachrichtenübermittlung geführt - nicht als staunende Betrachter lebloser Exponate sondern als Anwender. Sie werden aufgefordert, die Nähe zu den Exponaten zu suchen, Telefonverbindungen aufzubauen oder mit Fernschreibern Texte zu versenden.
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