Museum of contraception and abortion

The Museum of Contraception and Abortion is a medical teaching institution in Vienna that displays two sections with historical contraceptive devices and medical instruments. The collection documents how techniques and methods evolved across several centuries.

The institution was founded in 2003 by a gynecologist and received the Austrian Museum Quality Seal in 2009. This recognition acknowledged its contribution to medical education and public understanding.

The museum presents how societies across different cultures have approached reproductive decisions and family planning. The collection shows that these concerns have shaped human practices and thinking throughout history in many ways.

The institution is conveniently located near central Vienna and opens Wednesday through Sunday. Exhibits are labeled in multiple languages to help visitors from different backgrounds understand the presentation.

The collection includes early pregnancy tests from the 1960s that show how women checked for fertility. There are also historical audio recordings of conversations between medical professionals that offer insights into past medical practices.

Location: Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus

Location: Vienna

Inception: 2003

Founders: Christian Fiala

Operator: Museum für Verhütung und Schwangerschaftsabbruch

Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 14:00-18:00

Phone: +4369917817804

Website: https://de.muvs.org

GPS coordinates: 48.19488,16.33900

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:08