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Museum Thalwil

Museum Thalwil in Thalwil, Switzerland, is a place full of stories: from everyday life in a quiet farming village to the centre of a global silk industry, as well as carnival traditions, the first railway, migration and thriving trade. It is housed in the Pfisterhaus, a stately 17th-century winegrower's house. The collection has four focal points: the textile industry, the everyday history of the farming village before industrialisation, a graphic collection centred on Aschmann's engravings, and photographs of the village's association history. The museum also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and interventions by contemporary artists.

Families and Kids

Museum Thalwil offers children and families changing exhibitions, including works by kindergarten children, as well as events such as readings and workshops. The garden and the Pfisterareal are also used and enlivened.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: History

    • Guided tours: Yes

    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open on Saturdays from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM and on the first Thursday of the month from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
18:00-20:00
Friday
Closed
Saturday
14:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

Contact

Webpage
ortsmuseumthalwil.ch
Email
info@museumthalwil.ch
Address
Alte Landstrasse 100, 8800 Thalwil

Access

Nearby stops

  • Thalwil, Trotte50 meters walking distance
  • Thalwil700 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
9m
Zug
16m
Luzern
39m
Olten
51m
Bern
1h 14m

FAQ

  • Is Museum Thalwil wheelchair accessible?
    Unfortunately, the museum is not fully wheelchair accessible. Visitors are asked to contact the museum if needed.
  • Are guided tours for groups and schools available?
    Individual guided tours for groups and schools are available on request, also outside opening hours.
  • Where is Museum Thalwil located?
    The museum is located at Alte Landstrasse 100, 8800 Thalwil, in the historic Pfisterhaus.
  • What does the museum's permanent exhibition show?
    The permanent exhibition on the silk industry that shaped Thalwil for 150 years is expected to open in 2027.