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Museum HAARUNDKAMM

The Museum HAARUNDKAMM in Mümliswil, Switzerland, is dedicated to the history of comb making in the Guldental valley. Its permanent exhibition presents ornate decorative combs made of horn, tortoiseshell and celluloid, as well as clips, tiaras and other hair accessories produced in the local comb factory. The collection documents the transition from craft to industry and the cultural history of the comb and hairdressing, and includes a comb workshop with original machines and tools. The museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

Children can take part in comb-making workshops in the original comb workshop, suitable from about 10 years of age. The museum also offers child-friendly guided tours and children's birthday packages with a comb-making workshop or a guided tour.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Crafts and industry
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Events and birthdays

Opening hours

Open Wednesday to Friday from 14:00 to 18:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 17:00. The museum is closed during the winter break.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
14:00-18:00
Thursday
14:00-18:00
Friday
14:00-18:00
Saturday
11:00-17:00
Sunday
11:00-17:00

Admission fees

8 CHF
Adult admission
4 CHF
Children and young people up to 20 years and persons with IV (disability insurance)
20 CHF
Family ticket
0 CHF
Free admission for members of VMS/ICOM and SWB

Contact

Webpage
haarundkamm.ch
Email
info@naturparkthal.ch
Address
Kammpark 10, 4717 Mümliswil

Access

Nearby stops

  • Mümliswil, Kammfabrik200 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Olten
35m
Zürich HB
1h 7m
Basel SBB
1h 14m
Bern
1h 29m
Luzern
1h 31m

FAQ

  • Can I pay by card at the museum?
    No. Only cash and TWINT are accepted; card payment is not possible.
  • Are guided tours available outside opening hours?
    Yes, guided tours for groups can be arranged by appointment at any time, also outside the regular opening hours.
  • Can I make my own comb in a workshop?
    Yes. In the comb-maker workshop, groups can make their own comb under expert guidance. It is suitable for young and old from about 10 years of age.
  • Is there a café and museum shop?
    Yes. After the tour you can relax in the café and browse the museum shop, which sells combs, hair accessories, books and postcards.
  • Are there birthday party offers for children?
    Yes. The museum offers children's birthday packages, including a child-friendly guided tour or a comb-making workshop, with an accompanying adult admitted free of charge.