Stadt des Kindes, Child welfare center in Penzing, Austria
Stadt des Kindes is a former residential complex with educational facilities in Vienna's Penzing district, designed specifically to house and teach children. The site consists of multiple buildings arranged to provide sleeping areas, classrooms, and shared spaces all within one location.
The facility was built in the 1970s to provide housing and schooling for children from difficult circumstances. It closed after operating for 30 years, marking the end of an important chapter in Vienna's approach to child welfare.
The buildings reflect post-war ideas about how children should live and learn together in a supportive setting. Walking through the space, you can see how the design brought education and daily care into close contact.
The location is in western Vienna and can be reached on foot or by public transport. Daytime visits work best for observing the buildings and understanding their original layout and design.
A filmmaker documented the facility's final days and recorded interviews with people who had grown up there. These recordings capture personal stories from residents that might otherwise have been forgotten.
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