Bernisches Historisches Museum

The Bernisches Historisches Museum is one of the most important museums of cultural history in Switzerland and focuses on history, archaeology and ethnography. The Bernisches Historisches Museum contributes to the awareness of cultural identity, to the understanding of the present and the shaping of the future. How did we come to exist? The Bernisches Historisches Museum Foundation was established in 1889 by the Canton, City and Burgher Community of Bern. Since 1894 the museum has been located at Helvetiaplatz in Berne. Besides the three original trustees, the communities of the Regional Conference Bern-Mittelland have also been involved in the funding of the museum since 1998. What do we do? The Bernisches Historisches Museum is a high-quality archive of cultural goods which collects, preserves, researches and conveys. Its varied collections include unique items of international importance. The Bernisches Historisches Museum carefully expands its collections following a specific concept. It stores its holdings securely and is fully aware of its responsibility towards future generations. The substantial collections are continuously inventoried and thus made available to educators and scientists. The Bernisches Historisches Museum provides insight into the everyday lives of people from various historical eras and cultures. contexts. It promotes the interaction with history and cultures and highlights the overall contexts. The exhibitions of the Bernisches Historisches Museum offer adventure, learning and experience. They are attractive and of a high standard. Permanent and temporary exhibitions are of regional, national and international renown. Who do we work for? The Bernisches Historisches Museum serves both the general public and the science community. It addresses visitors of all ages and backgrounds. Its programme incorporates the interests and needs of a wide audience. It maintains partnerships with other cultural institutions, museums and universities in Switzerland and abroad. How do we work? The ...