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A family-friendly exhibition<\/h3>\n
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Children think of the world of spies and secret agents as one big adventure. With an understanding of the basic aims and techniques of espionage from books such as the Famous Five or the Three Investigators, they have an in-built affinity with the subject matter of our exhibition. They have no problem in dealing with the issues which we address and love to take part in the activities which we provide.<\/div>\n
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INFO<\/div>\n

Age:<\/strong> recommended from 8 years<\/p>\n

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Completion time:<\/strong> 1 \u00bd \u2013 2 hours<\/p>\n

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Concessions:<\/strong> up to 17<\/p>\n

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Highlights<\/strong>: Laser Maze, Spy Lab, Morse Station, Finding Bugs, Encoding Messages, Finding Microdots, Reconstructing Files<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

A journey through the world of espionage<\/h3>\n
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Our young visitors soon learn that secret agents existed even before the invention of the mobile telephone or Internet. State-of-the-art touchscreens with maps and pictures introduce them to the world of secret agents in the ancient and medieval times. They also love to gain a hands-on experience of spy craft using the Skytale or the cipher disc. One element which never fails to surprise our younger guests is the airborne agents hanging from the ceiling of our exhibition \u2013 pigeons carrying mini-cameras from 100 years ago \u2013 and which constitute the first drones. Another highlight is the practical introduction to Morse code, which gives children the opportunity to send and receive messages in those legendary dots and dashes.<\/p>\n

Moving into the section on the Second World War, visitors are treated not only to the original Enigma cipher machines, developed and used by the Third Reich but a digital coding station, where they can test out its technology, encrypting messages until they are unrecognisable. This station also introduces visitors to two further secret ciphers and a password hacker \u2013 especially popular with younger guests \u2013 where the visitor can test how safe their passwords are. With just a little effort, you can develop a reliable password to use for a range of applications.<\/p>\n

The technology used in espionage engages and enthuses children and parents alike. The German Spy Museum presents over 300 unique pieces of equipment used by spies ranging from pistols incorporated in pipes and lipstick holders, cameras secreted in cigarette lighters and watering cans, microphones nestling in books and shoe heels and secret compartments in chess sets and pictures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Kinder

This room is bugged! Can you find the listening devices?<\/p><\/div>\n
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\"Kinder

Find out everything about secret inks in our laboratory<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

A hands-on museum for the whole family<\/h3>\n
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Our hands-on exhibition<\/a> focussing on the Cold War presents its visitors with a number of tasks to get them thinking and have some fun. Use a scanner to find listening devices hidden in an office; decrypt secret radio messages; look for microdots secreted on everyday objects under a microscope, and practice your lip-reading skills. The largest exhibit in the museum is a secret agent\u2019s car: an East German Trabi with an in-built infrared flash and a hi-tech camera. Only the bravest children enter the spooky darkroom next to it to find out how the infrared technology works.<\/p>\n

We have an entire section dedicated to the most famous secret agent of all time: James Bond. A range of original props and films draw the visitor into the glamorous world of 007.<\/p>\n

Our secret agent\u2019s laboratory provides our small guests with the opportunity to test secret inks and discover secret messages hidden on the wall. Kitted out with an apron and goggles, children feel like a real-life \u201cQ\u201d, the legendary inventor in the James Bond series. Would-be agents also need a certain degree of detective talent to complete our document puzzle \u2013 assemble torn documents to reveal their secrets. Disguises are a key part of all espionage \u2013 children can try on rain coats, hats, dark glasses and wigs to pose for the ultimate secret agent photograph.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Trabant

An espionage Trabi with an infrared flash system<\/p><\/div>\n
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Hidden firearms: the pipe, lipstick and glove pistols<\/p><\/div>\n
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This ancient code cannot be deciphered with a pen and paper \u2013 you need to observe closely<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Negotiate the laser maze<\/h3>\n
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Everyone has dreamt of being the hero and saving the world. Now you have your chance to see what it would be like in our laser maze<\/a>. Navigate through the fiendishly difficult laser system to reach the abort button to stop the launch of enemy missiles, thereby saving civilization as we know it. You will have to be at your flexible and ingenious best not to come into contact with the laser beams. Try out the different difficulty levels and see what a day at the office for 007 is like.<\/p>\n

The last section of the museum focuses on the present. Multimedia station<\/a>s demonstrate in a hands-on fashion how the internet and social media gather and use our data. The digital Facebook puzzle game shows how the company collects data and matches it up to make a bigger picture. In our Big Data bowling alley children can create an avatar by throwing down various balls representing different characteristics and habits such as clothing, food or consumption. The deployment of every ball changes the digital footprint. Our hacker station show how you can manipulate internet pages and produce \u201cfake news\u201d \u2013 enter dad\u2019s name in the place of Donald Trump.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Laserparcours

The laser maze in the German Spy Museum<\/p><\/div>\n
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The document puzzle: can you reassemble the Stasi files?<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Code name: birthday party<\/h3>\n
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If you really want to find out about the world of espionage, hold a birthday party at the German Spy Museum. It is not only great fun, but highly interesting. After an exciting introduction to encryption and secret inks, the birthday child and their guests are then let loose on our interactive stations and shown how they work. Now fully trained as secret agents, the junior spies are given a mission: find the hidden cameras and complete the laser maze. The freshly-minted agents are then presented with a spy\u2019s ID card and badge. The birthday child is also given a surprise bag of goodies.<\/div>\n
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\"Agentenausweis

Pass the junior spy training and receive your agent ID card<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The adventure continues in our shop where the budding spies can purchase a range of espionage equipment, games and books.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
What can you do with children in Berlin?<\/summary>\n

Berlin offers exciting activities for children. Whether it’s culture, history, or entertainment, the capital has plenty to offer. The Spy Museum combines education and fun, making it a popular destination for kids. With a guided spy training experience, the German Spy Museum makes children\u2019s birthday celebrations truly memorable and special.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

What should young people see in Berlin?<\/summary>\n

For young adventure lovers, the German Spy Museum in Berlin is a must-visit. Here, they can immerse themselves in interactive exhibitions, explore various espionage techniques, and decipher secret messages. A special highlight is the laser maze, where they must dodge laser beams like real spies.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

What is places for kids are open today?<\/summary>\n

The German Spy Museum is open today from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and offers an immersive exhibition for children aged 8 and up. With many interactive stations, such as the laser maze, Morse code station, and agent lab, it is the perfect place for an adventurous family outing.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

Rainy day activites for children in Berlin?<\/summary>\n

The German Spy Museum is a great indoor activity for rainy days in Berlin. Children can experience exciting spy missions, navigate the laser maze, decode secret messages, and explore the world of secret agents.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

What can you do with children on a Sunday?<\/summary>\n

The German Spy Museum is open on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and gives children aged 8 and up the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of spies. They can search for hidden bugs, encode messages, and test their own spy skills – perfect for a family outing!<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

What age is the Spy Museum suitable for?<\/summary>\n

The German Spy Museum is suitable for children aged 8 and up, and children up to 17 years old receive a discount on admission. The exhibitions and interactive stations are designed to be especially exciting and easy to understand for young spy enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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