Heimatstube Bissendorf

About the museum

The local history museum, usually called the “Heimatstube” in Bissendorf, is housed in Haus Bissendorf, the baroque residential and farm building of the von Bissendorf family in the middle of the village center. It is run by the Heimat- und Wanderverein Bissendorf, whose volunteers take care of its setup, upkeep, and opening.

Covering about 140 square meters, the exhibition shows the geological and historical development of the village, its nature, and the everyday life of people in the outlying districts. Changing theme focuses place different exhibits in relation to one another, and some objects explicitly invite visitors to take part. The museum was reorganized in 2017.

A special feature is the original loom, where the team demonstrates weaving and introduces visitors to the craft. Since Pentecost 2024, the house has again had a Heimatcafé, which serves homemade cake and coffee during opening hours.

Highlights

• Village history, geology, and nature of Bissendorf
• Everyday life in the outlying districts
• Original loom with an introduction to weaving
• Hands-on objects and a museum trail for children
• Heimatcafé with homemade cake

Permanent exhibition

• Heimatmuseum im Haus Bissendorf – Village history, nature, and everyday life in the outlying districts on about 140 square meters, with changing theme focuses and hands-on objects.

Operated by

Heimat- und Wanderverein Bissendorf e.V.

Admission & discounts

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible: not available
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The entrance through the historic building is not accessible.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
• Hands-on stations

Some objects invite visitors of all ages to take part; for children and young people there is the museum trail of the Landkreis Osnabrück district, along with hands-on activities such as weaving and covering buttons.

Getting there & parking

The museum is on Kirchplatz in the village center of Bissendorf.

Amenities & dining

• Café

Heimatcafé in the house, open during museum opening hours (coffee and homemade cake).

Events & venue rental

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.

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