Museum im Ursula-Stift

The Museum im Ursula-Stift in Gussenstadt holds the distinction of being the oldest museum of its kind in Württemberg. It was established in 1911 by Dr. phil. h. c. Georg Thierer, who is also the author of the two-volume local chronicle of Gussenstadt. This historical significance adds a layer of depth to the museum's exhibits, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in the region's history.

The Museum's Unique Features

The Museum im Ursula-Stift's permanent exhibition spans 280 m², distributed across seven rooms. One of the unique features of the museum is the first room, which was set up in 1911 and has been almost entirely preserved in its original state. Experts now regard this room as a 'museum within a museum', offering visitors a rare glimpse into the past.

Insight into Historical Living Conditions

The Museum im Ursula-Stift provides a comprehensive documentation of the living conditions on the Heidenheimer Alb in the past. The exhibits include costumes, room and chamber furnishings, household items, stove plates, lamps and lights, as well as testimonies of Protestant piety such as Bibles, prayer books and memory images of life stages, from birth to death. These exhibits offer visitors an insight into the rural living culture of the 18th to 20th centuries.