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All industrial & heritage museums to visit in Oberhausen

Explore the impact of industry on society at 3 industrial heritage museums in Oberhausen. These museums showcase the history of manufacturing, technology, and labor.

Are you curious about the history of industry and innovation? These are the top industrial heritage museums in Oberhausen:

  1. St. Antony-Hütte1

    St. Antony-Hütte

     Oberhausen
    St.-Antony-Hütte, located in the Oberhausen district of Klosterhardt, is a former ironworks that holds historical significance as the first ironworks in the Ruhr area. It was established in 1758 by Franz von der Wenge, a canon of Münster. This historical site provides a glimpse into the early industrial history of the region.
     4.4
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  3. Zinc factory Altenberg2

    Zinc factory Altenberg

     Oberhausen
    Today, the former site of the Zinc Factory Altenberg is home to the LVR Industrial Museum Oberhausen and the administration of the LVR Industrial Museum. It also houses the socio-cultural center Altenberg, which offers a variety of cultural and social activities.
     4.5
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  4. LVR-Industriemuseum3

    LVR-Industriemuseum

     Oberhausen
    The LVR-Industriemuseum in Oberhausen is one of six locations of the LVR-Industriemuseum. This makes it a part of a larger network of industrial heritage sites, offering a comprehensive insight into the region's industrial past. Visitors can explore different aspects of industrial history at each location, making each visit unique and informative.
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