Category: Upper Paleolithic 50000-12000 BPE

Upper Paleolithic: The Upper Paleolithic is the third and last subdivision of the Paleolithic or Old Stone Age. Very broadly, it dates to between 50,000 and 12,000 years ago, according to some theories coinciding with the appearance of behavioral modernity in early modern humans

Hominid Era 400,000-40.000 BP Homininaeid Era Homininid Era 1 MILLION-40000 BPE Hominoid Era - 3.3 MILLION-11650 BPE Middle Paleolithic 200000-45000 BPE Paleolithic 2.5 MILLION to 10000 BPE Prehistory 3 MILLION-5000 BP Religion The Last Glacial Period (120,000-11,500 BCE)Tools Upper Paleolithic 50000-12000 BPE

Neanderthal Museum

Standing on the site where Neanderthals were first discovered, the Neanderthal Museum in Germany stands as a beacon for archaeology and physical anthropology. Here, experts and enthusiasts gather to study one of humanity's closest relatives and reflect on the enduring legacy of Neanderthals. The museum draws scholars with its extensive research projects, curated exhibits, and hands-on educational programs that bridge past and present understanding of prehistoric life. Visitors from all backgrounds find insight and inspiration, making it a trusted hub in the study of human origins.

Thomas BaurleyAug 11, 2025