The museum traces its origins to the collection of objects amassed by the Verein für Handelsgeographie (Association for Trade Geography) in the 19th century.

After suffering extensive damage during World War II, the building was restored in the 1950s and the municipality became its custodian.

In addition, guided tours, holiday programs, and workshops are regularly offered to provide children with access to art, culture, and the history of the collection.

For children and teenagers aged 8 to 14, there is also a youth club where participants engage with specific exhibitions and collection objects over an extended period.

[4] In the field of cultural education, the museum also offers workshops and guided tours for school classes, tailored to the students' respective levels of knowledge.