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Swiss National Museum Collection Centre

The Swiss National Museum Collection Centre in Affoltern am Albis, Switzerland, brings together under one roof the various collections of the Swiss National Museum, the conservation and restoration workshops, conservation research and the Object Centre. It houses more than 870,000 objects divided into 14 collection groups covering Swiss cultural history, craftsmanship and artworks from its beginnings to the present day. The former Swiss Armed Forces armoury was converted into the Collection Centre in 2005-2007. Visitors can explore the collections online and join guided tours behind the scenes.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes

Opening hours

Opening hours could not be found on the website.

Contact

Webpage
sammlungszentrum.ch
Email
sammlungszentrum@nationalmuseum.ch
Address
Lindenmoosstrasse 1, 8910 Affoltern am Albis

Access

Nearby stops

  • Affoltern a.A., Lindenmoos300 meters walking distance
  • Affoltern am Albis1050 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Zug
16m
Zürich HB
28m
Luzern
43m
Olten
1h 7m
Basel SBB
1h 33m

FAQ

  • How long does a guided tour of the Collection Centre last and how large can the group be?
    Guided tours last 90 minutes and are limited to a maximum of 25 persons; larger groups are split. Tours are offered in German, French and English and must be registered at least 2 weeks in advance.
  • What do visitors see on a guided tour of the Collection Centre?
    Guided tours take visitors behind the scenes, focusing on the huge variety of objects and their histories, the conservation demands of the cultural assets, and the management of the objects. Visitors get a look behind the scenes in the conservation and restoration workshops and the conservation research laboratory.
  • Are school classes able to visit the Collection Centre free of charge?
    Yes, school classes can take part in guided tours free of charge.
  • How do I reach the Collection Centre by public transport?
    The Collection Centre is approximately 15 minutes' walk from Affoltern am Albis railway station, reachable by S-Bahn lines 5 or 14.
  • Can external institutions use the Collection Centre's conservation services?
    Yes, for a fee external institutions and scientists can access the services of the Conservation Research Laboratory, including material analyses, and the nitrogen treatment facility for pest control, subject to availability.

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