Kultur- und Heimatmuseum Oberkirch
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Intro
On more than 500 m2 the museum of culture and local history shows many valuable memories from past times.
On more than 500 m2 the museum of culture and local history shows many valuable memories from past times. The collection of the ornithologist Jakob Huber, honorary citizen of Oberkirch, includes a large number of animal specimens, mainly birds from the surrounding area. In addition, summer birds and beetles from all over the world, as well as other rarities from the animal world enrich this exhibition. The collection is accompanied by an extensive technical literature. Important reference books and specimens have been lent to the Sempach ornithological station and the Basel Museum of Natural History.
In addition, tools of various professions, such as shoemakers, carpenters, carpenters, bakers and fishermen enrich the museum and an old post office counter is also on display, as well as a schoolroom with memories of teacher, organist, choirmaster and journalist Peter Bucher, honorary citizen of Oberkirch. A look into the past is also complemented by the theme of agriculture, house and farm with many tools and utensils.
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