This historical museum in Frankfurt contains a collection of cultural and historical pieces that tell the history of the city. The museum was founded in 1878 and is the oldest of its kind in the city and is funded by the municipality. The museum aims to preserve and display historical objects and images of Frankfurt and its surroundings. The museum underwent a massive renovation project in 2016, showcasing Frankfurt's Middle Ages, the Late Middle Ages, the 16th and 17th centuries, Frankfurt in the 19th century, and Frankfurt as a city from 1866 to 2001.