The world of museums in Auerstedt provides insight into the eventful history of the Thuringian village in various ways. Exhibits on the double battle of Jena and Auerstedt in 1806, the history of village life and Thuringian customs can be viewed in the local history museum inside the castle.
The Carriage Museum opposite houses 17 historic vehicles from the collection of the Klassik Stiftung Weimar - including the wedding carriage of Grand Duchess Maria Pavlovna