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The Old Armory was built between 1609 and 1614. The imposing building served as a repository for the personal military equipment of the citizens of Solothurn. At the same time, it was a weapons and armaments store for the mercenary trade.

The Old Armory was built between 1609 and 1614. The imposing building served as a repository for the personal military equipment of the citizens of Solothurn. At the same time it was an armory and armament store for the mercenary trade. As early as the 18th century, the Old Armory was also used as a museum. Visitors marveled at the armor and spoils on the second floor. In 1845, a group of figures depicting the Tagsatzung at Stans was installed. It is one of the oldest museum displays in Switzerland still in existence today. In 1907, the armory ceased to operate and the house was completely converted into a museum. From 2014 to 2016, the over 400-year-old building was rebuilt, extensively renovated and the permanent exhibition renewed. In addition to the permanent exhibition, changing special exhibitions take a look at interesting topics.

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Museum Altes Zeughaus
Zeughausplatz 1
4500 Solothurn
032 627 60 70 (Museum)
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Adults: CHF 8.00
Pupils, students, AHV, military, groups of 10 or more: CHF 6.00
Families (parents with children up to 16 years): CHF 10.00
Children (up to 8 years) and school classes: Free admission
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Museum Altes Zeughaus
Zeughausplatz 1
4500  Solothurn
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Zeughausplatz 1
4500 Solothurn
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