Film of the Week at the Old Town Hall Braunschweig: Experience Historical Films

An afternoon full of Braunschweig city history and moving images

The "Film of the Week" at the Old Town Hall brings you into the historical memory of the Lion City on August 26, 2026. The documentary "The Restoration of the Equestrian Statues of Dukes Carl Wilhelm and Friedrich Wilhelm – a documentation of two life stories" will be shown, as well as other films from the series "Original Films from the History of Braunschweig". The screening begins at 2:00 PM and is free of charge; registration is not required. ([museumsfreunde-braunschweig.de](https://www.museumsfreunde-braunschweig.de/veranstaltungen/2935605/2026/08/26/originalfilme-aus-der-historie-braunschweigs.html))

History that does not remain archived

The format represents a calm, focused event experience: volunteer-supported, close to the city's history, and with a clear focus on Braunschweig's past. The City Museum shows the history of the city of Braunschweig in the Old Town Hall; the building is considered an important place for historical communication and city identity. ([museumsfreunde-braunschweig.de](https://www.museumsfreunde-braunschweig.de/veranstaltungen/2935605/2026/08/26/originalfilme-aus-der-historie-braunschweigs.html))

A place with its own atmosphere

The Old Town Hall in Braunschweig is closely connected with the city's history and provides the appropriate setting for this film series. Visitors do not experience a loud event here, but a slowed-down, knowledgeable presentation with an archival character and a palpable audience atmosphere. The City Museum also points out that from June 22, 2026, to August 11, 2026, the Old Town Hall was not fully accessible due to elevator system renovations; current accessibility should be checked before visiting. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/tourismus/ueber-braunschweig/sehenswuerdigkeiten/blik/kulturdenkmaeler/altstadtrathaus.php?utm_source=openai))

What visitors can expect

The series runs regularly on Wednesdays from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM and offers changing historical films on Braunschweig's city history. For the date on August 26, 2026, the organizer names the Old Town Hall as the location and confirms free admission. This event is particularly suitable for history enthusiasts, seniors, and anyone who wishes to experience Braunschweig through cinematic original sources. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/kultur/museen/staedtisches-museum/veranstaltungen.php))

Conclusion: For those who want to not just read about city history but see and feel it, here is a quiet, informative, and authentic afternoon. The "Film of the Week" connects memory culture, museum experience, and historical film documents into a visit that shows Braunschweig in special depth. ([museumsfreunde-braunschweig.de](https://www.museumsfreunde-braunschweig.de/veranstaltungen/2935605/2026/08/26/originalfilme-aus-der-historie-braunschweigs.html))

Official channels of the City Museum Braunschweig:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staedtischesmuseumbraunschweig/
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Sources:

• Friends of the City Museum Braunschweig - Original Films from the History of Braunschweig
• City Braunschweig - Events City Museum Braunschweig
• City Braunschweig - City Museum Braunschweig
• City Braunschweig - Old Town Hall
• City Braunschweig - Contact City Museum
• City Braunschweig - Senior Leisure Education 2025