Historical Museum Thurgau

The Historical Museum Thurgau in Frauenfeld, Switzerland, is the canton's history museum, presenting the history of the Thurgau region across several historic sites. Its collections comprise over 59,000 objects spanning cultural history, ethnography, folk culture and industrial history. The museum is housed in Schloss Frauenfeld, with further locations at the Schaudepot St. Katharinental in Diessenhofen and the Altes Zeughaus in Frauenfeld. It also hosts changing temporary exhibitions on socially relevant themes.

Families and Kids

The museum offers events and activities for families and children, including playful guided tours, creative workshops and adventurous birthday parties. Children's birthday parties and family rallies are available at the castle. School programmes are offered for kindergarten and primary classes.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90 min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Tours and demonstrations, Workshops, Events and birthdays
    • Entrance fee: 0 CHF
    • Free entrance: Yes
    • Price range: $

Opening hours

Schloss Frauenfeld and Altes Zeughaus are open Tuesday to Sunday from 13:00 to 17:00 (until 19:00 on the first Wednesday of the month), closed on Mondays. The Schaudepot St. Katharinental is open by appointment in connection with a guided tour.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
13:00-17:00
Wednesday
13:00-17:00
Thursday
13:00-17:00
Friday
13:00-17:00
Saturday
13:00-17:00
Sunday
13:00-17:00

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
historisches-museum.tg.ch
Email
historisches.museum@tg.ch
Address
Rathausplatz 2, 8500 Frauenfeld

Access

Nearby stops

  • Frauenfeld Marktplatz350 meters walking distance
  • Frauenfeld, Soldatendenkmal550 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
44m
St. Gallen
58m
Zug
1h 17m
Olten
1h 28m
Luzern
1h 39m

FAQ

  • Are guided tours available at the museum?
    Yes, the museum offers guided tours, including public tours, tours in sign language, and guided tours for families and children. The Schaudepot St. Katharinental can only be visited by appointment in connection with a guided tour.
  • Can I book a birthday party or private event at the museum?
    Yes, the museum offers children's birthday parties, private events such as weddings and free ceremonies in the castle, as well as team adventures. Bookings can be made via the online booking form.
  • Does the museum offer educational programmes for school classes?
    Yes, the museum offers school programmes for kindergarten, primary and secondary classes, with teaching materials for preparation and follow-up. The Lotteriefonds Thurgau supports school classes with museum visits.
  • Is the Altes Zeughaus accessible for wheelchair users?
    Yes, the Altes Zeughaus in Frauenfeld is barrier-free accessible. It is open exclusively during special exhibitions.

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