History museums in Leverkusen

The Museum Morsbroich is a contemporary art museum situated in Leverkusen. It was inaugurated in January 1951, making it the first modern art museum in the Federal Republic of Germany after the end of the Second World War.

The Industriemuseum Freudenthaler Sensenhammer, located in the Schlebusch district of Leverkusen, is a historic scythe factory. This museum offers a unique opportunity to explore the history of industrial manufacturing in the region, with a focus on the production of scythes. The factory's original buildings and workstations have been preserved, providing a glimpse into the past.

NaturGut Ophoven, located in Leverkusen, is an environmental education center that caters to both children and adults. The center was established in 1984 on the grounds of an old manor in the Opladen district. This location offers a unique blend of history and nature, making it an interesting destination for tourists.

The Kolonie-Museum in Leverkusen - Wiesdorf is a unique institution that documents the everyday life in the Bayer factory settlements, also known as Bayer colonies. These settlements were established for the employees of the Bayer factory and their families. The museum provides an authentic impression of the living conditions of the Bayer factory workers, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in social history and industrial heritage.

Villa Römer, also known as Haus Frankenberg, is a historic villa located in Leverkusen - Opladen. The villa was built in 1905 by manufacturer Max Römer, who had moved to Opladen at the age of ten in 1865. His father had founded a Turkish red dye factory there, which Römer took over in 1890. The villa served as Römer's residence until 1923.