Lichtermuseum Wettersdorf
Private collection of around 2,000 lanterns, lamps, candlesticks and other relics of pre-electric light in the Bürgerhaus in Wettersdorf.
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About the museum
The Lichtermuseum grew out of a private collection and opened in 1998 in the Bürgerhaus of the Walldürn district of Wettersdorf. The building formerly served as a school and town hall.
On the upper floor, nearly 2,000 objects are on view: lanterns, lamps, candlesticks, wick trimmers, candle extinguisher caps, rush-light holders, tinderboxes and wax tapers. They show almost completely how people produced light before electricity, and they also tell of the simple, frugal life of earlier generations.
A talk with objects and a guided tour are offered; information material and brochures are available.
Highlights
- Around 2,000 light objects from the pre-electric era
- Lanterns, candlesticks, candles and tinderboxes
- Talk with objects
- Dedicated guided tour
- Founded
- 1998
Admission & discounts
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: no information
- 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 museum is on the upper floor and is difficult to access for visitors with walking impairments.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Guided tour and talk with objects for individuals and groups by advance registration. Walldürn Tourist-Information: 06282 67105. |
