The tour begins on the ground floor in the so-called village room. Here, visitors learn about the living conditions of people in the countryside – and encounter the fictional Rheesing family for the first time. With their experiences of illness, preventative care, and healing, they accompany visitors of all ages throughout the exhibition, making history come alive and easily understandable.
In the following rooms, everything revolves around the work of medical professionals from bygone eras. Whether country doctor, pharmacist, druggist, dentist, or midwife – original tools and lovingly crafted scenes illustrate what medical care looked like in the past. A particular highlight is the meticulously reconstructed dental practice with exhibits from the 19th and 20th centuries. In the pharmacy area, original furnishings from historical periods complete the picture. RhedeThe Hirsch Pharmacy is the central focus and provides exciting insights into the production and sale of remedies.
The second floor is dedicated to the topic of care. Here, families can learn how the sick were cared for at home in the past and how hospital treatment has evolved. The history of RhedeThe Vinzenz Hospital finally leads to the last part of the exhibition.
Finally, the exhibition explores the path to modern medicine: daily hospital life, diagnostics, and medical advancements are clearly explained. A new addition is the section "Nutrition Through the Ages." In a varied and engaging tour, visitors can discover how eating habits have changed from the 19th century to the present day.
Villa Medica combines knowledge, history, and exciting stories – an ideal destination for families who are looking for a unique experience. Naturpark Hohe Mark want to combine nature experiences and culture.
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