Brother Johannes Tells Children About Life in the Medieval Monastery
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A Journey into Medieval Monastic Life
How did monks live in medieval Jena? In the interactive children’s program "Brother Johannes Tells About Monastic Life," families discover the Carmelite monastery from a child-friendly perspective. Brother Johannes shares stories from his daily life as a scribe and teacher and takes children aged six and older into a long-gone world.
Exciting Stories from the Monastery
With a lot of imagination and historical knowledge, young visitors learn why beavers were once counted as fish and why donkeys played an important role in the monastery. The unusual questions open a lively access to history, turning dry facts into an entertaining learning experience.
History to Wonder and Reflect
The family experience combines storytelling, historical contexts, and joint exploration. Children encounter medieval Jena at eye level, develop curiosity for past living worlds, and experience how people worked, learned, and organized their everyday lives. The program is age-appropriate and promotes playful learning, imagination, and cultural education.
A Special Place for Shared Time
The Carmelite monastery with its historic rooms creates an impressive atmosphere for children and adults. Amidst ancient walls, history becomes tangible: children's laughter, wonder, and many surprising details make the visit a shared learning experience for the whole family.
Good to Know for Families
The program is aimed at children aged six and older. An adult companion is required for children under twelve. The event takes place on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 11 a.m. and additionally at 2 p.m. Children and students receive free admission after acquiring a free ticket.
Look forward to a child-friendly journey through medieval Jena, exciting stories from monastic life, and a family experience full of wonder, fun learning, and shared time. Experience Brother Johannes live at the Carmelite monastery.
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