The Ortsmuseum Hinwil is a memory institution situated in Hinwil, in the Zurich Oberland. The museum is housed in an 18th-century Flarz and Riegelhaus, a traditional Swiss building, along with three additional outbuildings. This setting provides a unique and authentic backdrop for the museum's exhibits, immersing visitors in the historical context of the region.
The Ortsmuseum Hinwil offers a glimpse into the everyday life of Hinwil during the 18th and 19th centuries. The museum features largely original rooms of a residential house, including a kitchen, living room, and bedroom. A comprehensive collection of everyday items and objects related to home work and trade further illustrate the interplay of household, agriculture, and crafts during this period.
In addition to the living rooms that depict the life of earlier generations, the Ortsmuseum Hinwil also features exhibition rooms dedicated to specific topics. These include folklore, the history of Hinwil, and displays of weapons and uniforms. A unique feature of the museum is a house organ, built by a farmer in 1856, adding a musical element to the historical exhibits.
The Ortsmuseum Hinwil also features a barn where visitors can view devices related to agriculture and crafts from around 1900. The museum's "Turpenschopf" presents the history of peat extraction in the Hinwil Ried. Additionally, the museum's firehouse displays firefighting equipment dating from 1800 to the present, offering a comprehensive look at the evolution of this essential service.
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Oberdorfstrasse 11, Ringwil
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