Lausanne Museum of History

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Lausanne Museum of History, History museum in central Lausanne, Switzerland

The museum displays a collection of artifacts, documents, and artworks that illustrate the transformation of Lausanne from medieval times through modern development.

Founded in 1918, the museum occupies a historic building and holds a detailed model of the city from 1638, documenting urban architecture and spatial organization.

The permanent exhibition contains eleven thematic sections exploring local society through water management, transportation systems, housing practices, and community traditions.

Visitors can access the museum Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 to 18:00, with audio guides available in French, English, German, and Chinese languages.

The museum maintains a specialized collection focusing on urban development patterns, featuring original maps, architectural drawings, and photographic records of Lausanne.

Location: Lausanne

Inception: 1918

Address: Place de la Cathédrale 4, 1005 Lausanne 1005 1005

Website: http://lausanne.ch/mhl

GPS coordinates: 46.52210,6.63491

Latest update: March 8, 2025 04:29

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