Bones, Minds, and Missing Links: Rediscovering Our Hominin Cousins and Ourselves

### Exploring Our Ancient Human Cousins Together

Long before we arrived, the Earth was home to many kinds of humans — ancient relatives like Homo habilis, Neanderthals, the mysterious Denisovans, and more.
They walked the land, crafted tools, built communities, and left silent traces — in bones, artifacts, and even within our DNA.
At this Elysian Discoveries gathering, we’ll journey into their world and ask:
Who were they?
How are they connected to us?
And what do their stories reveal about who we are today?
This isn’t a lecture or expert panel — it’s a warm, open space for curious minds. Whether you're drawn to science, philosophy, art, or simply the wonder of being human, you’re invited to bring your thoughts, questions, or even your sketches.
We’ll explore:
— Fossils and tools that shed light on our cousins' lives
— DNA that connects their story to ours
— Imaginative reflections on their world and ours
— What it means to be “human” — when we weren’t the only humans
Let’s wonder aloud, learn together, and share insights into this fascinating and very human story.
No background needed — just curiosity and an open mind.

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📅 Date: 28.06.2025
⏰ Time: 14:00
📍 Location: Lichtensteinallee 2, 10787 Berlin
🚪 Entrance: Biegarten entrance, (enter the Biergarten and go all the way to the back, we'll be near the bar)

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