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The Forum of Swiss History is the seat of the Swiss National Museum. It was also the Baroque armory of the old canton of Schwyz. Its interior fascinates the visitor also on account of its modern architecture.The Forum of Swiss History shows how people lived between 1300 and 1800 in the area of present-day Switzerland. Expert guides conduct tours and workshops for groups and schools and inform the visitor of all offerings. Changing exhibits, lectures, talks and concerts make the Forum of Swiss History a cultural focal point in Central Switzerland.
How to get there:
By train: to Station Schwyz SBB. Continue by bus direction Schwyz Post. The Museum is located immediately at the stop Schwyz Post.
By car: Direction Küsnach/Brunnen until exit Schwyz, from there direction Schwyz Centre. Parking at Museum.
Opening hours:
Tuesday - Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Closed on Monday
Forum der Schweizer Geschichte.
Schwyz
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The Swiss National Museum’s Forum of
Swiss History shows daily life from 1300 to
1800.
Open:
Tue–Sun 10am–5pm
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Contact Information
- Forum der Schweizer Geschichte
Hofmatt
Postfach 140
6431 Schwyz
Tel. +41 (0)41 819 60 11
ForumSchwyz@slm.admin.ch - www.landesmuseen.ch