Historisches Museum Bielefeld, History and automobile museum in Bielefeld, Germany
Located in the former Ravensberger spinning mill, this museum presents exhibits about Bielefeld's industrial development through machines, photographs, and historical artifacts.
The museum opened in 1994 and received the Dibner Award as the first European institution for its exemplary display of power and steam engines.
The collection includes machines from major industries, including Bielefeld's sewing machines and bicycles, documenting work practices from past generations.
The museum welcomes visitors from Wednesday to Friday between 10:00 and 17:00, while weekend hours extend until 18:00, with full accessibility for wheelchair users.
A 1934 motor sweeper from the museum's collection earned recognition as Monument of the Month in Westphalia-Lippe during November 1999.
Location: Bielefeld
Inception: 1994
Official opening: May 1994
Opening Hours: Wednesday-Friday 10:00-17:00; Holidays,Saturday,Sunday 11:00-18:00; Monday,Tuesday off
Phone: +49521513635
Email: info@historisches-museum-bielefeld.de
Website: https://historisches-museum-bielefeld.de
GPS coordinates: 52.02235,8.54413
Latest update: March 24, 2025 17:16
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