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Sewing Machine Museum

The Sewing Machine Museum at Pilgersteg in Dürnten (Zürcher Oberland, Switzerland) makes the history of the mechanical sewing machine tangible. The exhibition shows the historical and technical development from the end of the 18th century to modern times with several hundred antique sewing machines, accessories and objects from related fields such as shoemaking and fur processing. The museum is listed as a technology museum and Zurich memory institution and also offers changing thematic exhibitions in the Museum-in-Museum (MIM).

Families and Kids

The museum recommends visiting only from age 10 due to the risk of injury from some exhibits. Children can try out old treadle sewing machines, which is great fun. Special guided tours for school classes are offered at reduced rates.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: No
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: Donation based
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Crafts and industry
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Tours and demonstrations

Opening hours

Open on Saturdays from 9:30 to 16:00 for individual visits without registration; guided tours for groups are available on the other days (Sunday to Friday) by appointment.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
09:30-16:00
Sunday
Closed

Admission fees

0 CHF
Free admission on Saturdays for individual visits; a voluntary donation is appreciated.
15 CHF
Guided tour for groups of more than 8 persons: CHF 15 per person.
120 CHF
Guided tour for individuals or small groups up to 8 persons: flat rate CHF 120.

Contact

Webpage
naehmaschinen-museum.ch
Email
info@naehmaschinen-museum.ch
Address
Walderstrasse 202, 8635 Dürnten

Access

Nearby stops

  • Rüti ZH, Pilgerhof800 meters walking distance
  • Dürnten, J.-C.-Heerstrasse1000 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zürich HB
39m
Zug
1h 19m
Olten
1h 21m
St. Gallen
1h 28m
Luzern
1h 41m

FAQ

  • Is the museum suitable for children?
    The museum recommends visiting only from age 10, as some exhibits carry a risk of pinching fingers or injury. Children can try out old treadle sewing machines, which is great fun.
  • Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users?
    No, the museum is not wheelchair accessible. It is located on the first floor of a listed building and no lift could be installed. A wide staircase with handrail is available for visitors with limited mobility.
  • Can I visit the museum without a guided tour?
    Yes, on Saturdays the museum is open for individual visits without registration from 9:30 to 16:00. A Media-Tour and the museum cinema are available. Guided tours are offered on the other days by appointment.
  • Is the museum designed for visitors with visual or hearing impairments?
    Yes, the museum is designed for visually impaired and blind visitors, and most exhibits are tactically accessible. All exhibits are labelled in German for hearing-impaired visitors, and films and media are fully subtitled.
  • Are dogs allowed in the museum?
    Only guide and assistance dogs are allowed in the museum. In the enclosed garden there is the possibility to let service dogs relieve themselves.