Gewerbemuseum

The Gewerbemuseum is a design museum in Winterthur housed in a central building that explores relationships between design, art, and contemporary society through rotating exhibitions. The collections document the development of industrial design, craftsmanship, and material innovation in Switzerland.

The museum was founded to document the history of industrial design and craftsmanship in Switzerland and has continuously expanded its collections. This commitment to recording material innovation has established it as an important archive for design history.

The museum presents rotating exhibitions on subjects ranging from bicycle design to tattoo art, inviting visitors to examine everyday objects from fresh perspectives. This approach helps people understand the creative choices behind items they use daily.

The museum is about a 10-minute walk from Winterthur main station and opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with later closing at 8 p.m. on Thursday. Check current hours and exhibition details before visiting to plan your time effectively.

A highlight is the permanent MATERIAL LAB featuring more than 1,000 material samples from metals to textiles that visitors can touch and explore. This hands-on collection lets people directly experience the qualities of different substances.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Opening Hours: Tuesday,Wednesday,Friday-Sunday 10:00-17:00; Thursday 10:00-20:00

Website: https://gewerbemuseum.ch

GPS coordinates: 47.49919,8.72953

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:41