Fondation Toms Pauli, Art museum in Lausanne, Switzerland
Fondation Toms Pauli is an art museum in Lausanne, Switzerland, dedicated to textile art and contemporary creation. It holds a collection of tapestries and textile works, and it organizes exhibitions that connect historical pieces with modern artistic practices.
The foundation was created in the late 20th century to house a collection of tapestries and textiles. Over time, it became part of the Swiss cultural landscape and received recognition as a property of national significance.
The foundation is named after Tomi Pauli, a local collector who gathered textile art over many years. Visitors can see how contemporary artists use thread and fabric to tell stories, and the exhibitions often change to show different parts of the collection.
The museum is located in the city center, easily reached on foot or by public transport. It is a good idea to check the opening days before you go, as the museum is closed on certain days of the week.
The foundation is one of the few places in Switzerland focused on textile art, and it holds pieces that are rarely shown elsewhere. Its collection includes works by artists who are not widely known, offering a chance to discover lesser-known aspects of textile creation.
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