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. 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.
Forum of Swiss History
Schwyz
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The Forum of Swiss History shows the daily
life of our ancestors between 1300 and 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.forumschwyz.ch
