Ortsmuseum Weisslingen

About the museum

Since 1996 the Ortsmuseum Weisslingen has been housed in the village centre in the old fire station of 1929, the "Sprützehüüsli". The museum opened when the building was inaugurated. It is run by the Historischer Verein Weisslingen, which is dedicated to fostering historical awareness in the municipality, researching local history, protecting archaeological sites and collecting cultural testimonies.

Two rooms display old objects from the municipality on the themes of fire fighting, crafts, health, household, customs and traditions, agriculture, school, office, children's games and the military. In addition, eight focal points of local history are presented on boards: the early period (La Tène), the Roman era, the association's own excavations, the castle, the mill, field names, the oldest documents and the parish register.

The Moos AG textile factory, known in the village as "Moosi" and founded in 1798, is of particular significance; the association devoted an exhibition trilogy and an accompanying book to it. Alongside the permanent exhibition, the museum holds special exhibitions several times a year. The museum also runs a Chronikstube (chronicle room), which collects objects, documents, books and films on the history of Weisslingen.

Highlights

• Everyday objects on fire fighting, crafts, household, school and agriculture
• Eight boards on local history from the La Tène period to the parish register
• History of the Moos textile factory ("Moosi")
• Former fire-engine house of 1929 in the village centre
• Free admission, accessible

Permanent exhibition

• Dauerausstellung Ortsmuseum – Old objects from the municipality in two rooms and eight boards on local history from the early period to the parish register.

Founded

1996

Operated by

Historischer Verein Weisslingen

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

Free admission.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom
• 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

According to muse-um-zürich, accessible, with a disabled toilet.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops

Tours for school classes and children on special exhibitions; children's games are also on display in the museum.

Getting there & parking

Amenities & dining

Refreshments at events; small kitchen in the association's premises.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events
• Weddings / ceremonies

Up to 35 guests.

The association's premises in the Ortsmuseum (Hintergasse 12) hold up to 35 people and are wheelchair accessible; simple kitchen, screen, toilet and public car park next door. Local clubs receive a discount.

Plan your visit