The Archeology Department of the Déri Museum supervised at the downtaking of the Cultural Center and the realization of the Conference Center from 14 July 2004 until 15 August. When it became obvious that the area is abundant in archeological findings, an excavation was performed by the management of the archeologist Szolnoki László and Ringer István from 16 August 2004 until 30 November. The experts could exactly learn the location of the old Lake of Priests and save the findings.

The research work that lasted couple of months resulted in the excavation of wells, ditches and bases of houses. The wells were those that best kept their forms. The considerable interest convinced us to create the exhibition organized by the archeologists Szolnoki László and Ringer István, as well a the graphic coordinator Balogh Csaba.

The National Cultural Found and several experts helped the realization of the exhibition from Debrecen.

The wells lined up in chronological order of their building designate a time path through which the visitors may learn of the culture of varied periods up to the present of the life of the town of Debrecen.

The display can be divided into five units, the largest of them showing the memories of the town in the Middle Ages. The settlement named Mesterfalva that was situated in the present location of Debrecen in the Middle Ages receives special interest.

Short texts, explanations, photos, maps and pictures help the visitors in inquiry. Short booklets describe the wells of varied periods and the everydays of Debrecen in the late Middle Ages.

The significance and aim of the exhibition, however, is to show the memories of the town that are basically under our feet. The employees of the museum also provide with guided tours and several programs.

When the exhibition is over on 29, October 2006 in the Déri Museum, it will set off on a journey all over the country.