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Bakelit-Museum Kierspe and its collection

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The Bakelit-Museum Kierspe is a unique museum dedicated to Bakelite, a material invented in 1905 by Leo Hendrik Baekeland and recognized as the first industrial plastic. The museum is located in the Old Town Hall of Kierspe, adding a touch of historical charm to the experience.

History and Purpose of the Bakelit-Museum Kierspe

The Bakelit-Museum Kierspe was opened in 2003 by the local heritage association. The museum showcases a variety of products made from Bakelite, a material that was processed in the Kierspe area. This gives visitors a unique insight into the local history and industrial heritage of the region.

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#101 Free museums in Germany #182 Industrial & heritage museums in Germany #19 Free museums in North Rhine – Westphalia #117 History & Anthropology in North Rhine – Westphalia #44 Science & Technology in North Rhine – Westphalia #37 Industrial & heritage museums in North Rhine – Westphalia
Bakelit-Museum Kierspe
Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 380

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Opening hours

1st Wednesday of the month
15:00 -18:00
And by appointment.

Admission

Normal rateFree

Donations are accepted.

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Location & Map

Friedrich-Ebert-Straße 380, Kierspe-Dorf

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