Technische Sammlungen Dresden

The Technische Sammlungen Dresden occupies a former factory building and displays cameras, calculating machines, printing machines, and other devices from different periods. The spaces are arranged so visitors can see the machines in working condition as well.

The building was constructed in the early 1900s as a factory for optical instruments and was converted into a museum after World War II. The collection documents how Dresden shaped itself as an industrial city over generations.

The place is named after a photographer and shows how the city was once a center for optical and mechanical craftsmanship. Visitors can see today how these skills come to life in the displayed devices.

The best time to visit is on weekdays when it is less crowded and you can take your time with the exhibits. The staircases and pathways in the building are easy to manage, though some areas span multiple levels.

The museum preserves cameras that were manufactured in the same building where they are now displayed. These machines tell the story of how an idea from a design table became a product that people bought and used.

Location: Dresden

Inception: 1966

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Part of: Museen der Stadt Dresden, Dresden-concept

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 09:00-17:00; Holidays,Saturday,Sunday 10:00-18:00

Phone: +493514887272

Website: http://tsd.de

GPS coordinates: 51.04194,13.79778

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:40