Styrian Armoury, Military museum in Innere Stadt, Graz, Austria
The Styrian Armoury is a museum in Innere Stadt containing approximately 32000 objects across four floors, including weapons, armor, and combat equipment from different periods. The collection displays how people protected themselves and conducted warfare from medieval times through the early modern era.
The building was constructed between 1642 and 1644 as an arms depot for defending the southeastern frontier of the Habsburg Empire. It witnessed military conflicts and changes across centuries that shaped the region's history.
The collection shows weapons and armor made in regional workshops like Graz, Nuremberg, and Augsburg, reflecting the skills and traditions of local craftspeople. These objects reveal how military work shaped communities across this part of Europe for centuries.
The museum is spaciously laid out, making it easy to explore the objects across different levels. Guided tours in several languages are available, and it helps to allow time for a thorough visit without rushing.
During World War II, the entire collection was moved to three remote Styrian castles for protection against damage and theft. After the war ended, every single piece returned unharmed to its original location.
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