Companies in
Museums

Stiftung Verkehrshaus der Schweiz

Museums · Lucerne · Since 2004

Stiftung Verkehrshaus der Schweiz operates a museum and event venue presenting interactive exhibitions on mobility, transport and energy, and complements its offer with a film theatre, a planetarium, the Swiss Chocolate Adventure and the Hans Erni Museum.

Verkehrshaus der Schweiz (VHS)

Museums · Lucerne · Since 1962

Verkehrshaus der Schweiz (VHS) is a museum of mobility and technology presenting interactive exhibitions on transport, energy and related technologies. It operates a planetarium and a film theatre, hosts the Swiss Chocolate Adventure and the Hans Erni Museum, maintains a large collection and provides educational programmes, guided tours and facilities for events and conferences.

Fondation du château de Gruyères

Museums · Gruyères · Since 1994

The company is a museum or art gallery whose core activity consists of collecting, conserving and exhibiting works of art and historical objects, as well as reaching the public through cultural mediation and educational programs.

FONDATION DU MUSEE CHARLIE CHAPLIN

Museums · Corsier-Sur-Vevey · Since 2001

FONDATION DU MUSEE CHARLIE CHAPLIN operates Chaplin's World, a museum presenting the life and film legacy of Charlie Chaplin. The site includes a visitor route through the Manor, Studio and Park with immersive exhibitions, personal objects, events and visitor services such as ticketing and guided visits.

Schweizerisches Nationalmuseum (SNM)

Museums · Zurich · Since 2010

The Swiss National Museum is a museum whose core activity is to research, preserve and make Swiss history and culture accessible to the public. This includes organizing exhibitions, guided tours, workshops and other events, conveying historical knowledge and maintaining collections and archives.

Technorama Shop AG

Museums · Winterthur · Since 1990

VTW Vereinigung Technorama und Wirtschaft

Museums · Winterthur · Since 2011

VTW Vereinigung Technorama und Wirtschaft is an association of companies that supports the Swiss Science Center Technorama. It promotes young people’s understanding of and interest in natural sciences and technology and provides financial resources, particularly for school programmes.

Stiftung Zürcher Kunsthaus

Museums · Zurich · Since 1954

Stiftung Zürcher Kunsthaus operates a museum with a permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. The institution collects, conserves and presents art from the Middle Ages to the present, and provides collection care, research, a library, educational programmes, guided tours, events and venue rental.

Zürcher Kunstgesellschaft

Museums · Zurich · Since 1911

Zürcher Kunstgesellschaft is the supporting association of the Kunsthaus Zürich and is responsible for collecting and exhibiting artworks. Its board includes representatives from the private and public sectors, and the association supports acquisitions, donations and the museum's organisational activities.

Exposition Swissminiatur SA

Museums · Melide · Since 1958

Exposition Swissminiatur SA is a park and museum exhibiting over 130 handcrafted miniature models of Swiss buildings and landscapes. The site includes visible workshops where artisans work on models, a landscaped park and offers visits, educational activities for schools, events and corporate services.

MANAGEMENT SWISSMINIATUR SA

Museums · Melide · Since 2019

MANAGEMENT SWISSMINIATUR SA operates an open-air miniature park and museum exhibiting detailed, handcrafted scale models of Swiss landmarks and landscapes. Services include more than 130 miniature displays, guided visits, workshops, educational programmes for schools, and private and corporate event offerings.

Beyeler Museum AG

Museums · Riehen · Since 2007

Beyeler Museum AG is a museum of modern and contemporary art that presents exhibitions and manages its own collection. The institution organises temporary exhibitions and public programmes, provides conservation and educational services, and operates a restaurant and a shop.

H.R. Giger Museumsgesellschaft AG

Museums · Gruyères · Since 2000

The company operates a museum focused on the works and legacy of artist HR Giger. The core activity consists of offering exhibitions, events, and sales of artworks, books, posters, and other products related to HR Giger.

Saurier Museum Aathal AG

Museums · Aathal-Seegräben · Since 1993

The Sauriermuseum Aathal is a museum specializing in the exhibition of dinosaur skeletons and fossils. The core activities of the museum include: * The exhibition of dinosaur skeletons and fossils, including special exhibitions on topics such as amber and fossil plants * Conducting excavations and digs to discover and prepare new fossils * Creating an outdoor area 'DinoGiardino' with a playground and picnic area * Operating a Dino-Shop and a 'RockShop' for fossil and dinosaur enthusiasts * Organizing events, guided tours, children's birthday parties, workshops, and overnight stays for visitors * The work of a museum team responsible for the presentation and preservation of the exhibits.

Stiftung Schloss Oberhofen

Museums · Oberhofen Am Thunersee · Since 1941

The company's core activity is the operation and management of Oberhofen Castle, including the organization of exhibitions, events, guided tours, cultural events, and the rental of rooms for private occasions such as weddings and celebrations. The company also operates a restaurant and a museum shop, and maintains a castle park that is open to the public.

Stiftung Gletschergarten Luzern

Museums · Lucerne · Since 1930

The core activity of Gletschergarten Luzern is the operation of a museum and adventure park specializing in the history and geology of glaciers and Lucerne sandstone. The park offers various attractions such as the Felsenwelt, the Mirror Labyrinth, the Pfyffer Relief Museum, and the Alpine Park, as well as events like guided tours, cabaret evenings, and special exhibitions. Additionally, the company operates a bistro and a shop selling regional products and souvenirs.

Illuseum AG

Museums · Horgen · Since 2019

The company operates a museum specializing in interactive and immersive experiences. The core activity is to offer visitors unique and unforgettable moments by providing interactive exhibitions, digital experiences, and creative activities. The museum serves as a platform for personal discovery, communal interaction, and the exchange of experiences.

Basler Papiermühle, Schweizerisches Museum für Papier, Schrift und Druck

Museums · Basel · Since 1971

The core activity of Basler Papiermühle includes the production of paper, printing, bookbinding, as well as the operation of a museum that brings the history of paper production and processing to life. The company also offers a variety of interactive stations and workshops where visitors can try out the different processes of paper production and processing for themselves. Additionally, the company has a museum shop, a café, and a restaurant.

Smilestones AG

Model Building · Neuhausen Am Rheinfall · Since 2023

Smilestones AG operates a tourism and leisure company that specializes in the design and operation of modeled landscapes and scenery. It offers visitors the opportunity to visit these facilities and learn about the technology and creation of the facility. In addition, the company also provides event management and sponsoring services.

Fondazione Sasso San Gottardo

Museums · Airolo · Since 2004

The company's core activity is the preservation and operation of the historic Gotthard fortress as a museum and exhibition venue, including the organization of guided tours and events.

Verein Militär- und Festungsmuseum Full-Reuenthal (VMFM)

Museums · Full-Reuenthal · Since 1989

The company operates a military museum with various exhibitions and facilities, including a tank museum, a fortress museum and a collection of military vehicles. The core activity consists of the preservation, restoration and presentation of military-historical facilities and exhibits, as well as the organization of events and guided tours for visitors.

Stiftung Naturmuseum St.Gallen

Museums · St. Gallen · Since 2024

The company is a natural history museum whose core activity is to offer a variety of exhibitions, guided tours, events and educational programs for children, young people and adults to inform and educate the public about nature, science and the environment.

Stiftung Stapferhaus Lenzburg

Museums · Lenzburg · Since 2007

The Stapferhaus company is a cultural and exhibition center that focuses on organizing and implementing exhibitions, events and educational programs. The core activities include the conception and implementation of exhibitions, the rental of spaces, customer consulting, communication and marketing, as well as the mediation of cultural content through dialogue-based guided tours and other formats.

Stiftung Rosengart

Museums · Lucerne · Since 1993

The company's core activity is the operation of an art museum, particularly the presentation and mediation of works from the Impressionism and Classical Modernism era, including the organization of guided tours and events for adults and children.

Fondation du Musée suisse du Jeu

Museums · La Tour-De-Peilz · Since 2003

The company "Musée Suisse du Jeu" is a museum whose core activity is to present and preserve a collection of games and toys, as well as to offer exhibitions and activities around the theme of play and entertainment.

Stiftung Tram-Museum Zürich

Museums · Zurich · Since 2007

The company is a museum for historic trams and buses. The core activities include: * The exhibition and presentation of historic trams and buses * The organization of guided tours and vehicle rentals * The training of drivers and conductors * The management of a historical archive * The organization of events and events * The promotion of young talent through the TMZ Youth The company consists of three institutions: the VTMZ association, the STMZ foundation and the FTMZ sponsorship association, all of which work together to achieve the museum's goals.

Fondation de l'Elysée, une fondation pour la photographie

Museums · Lausanne · Since 1988

The company is a museum specializing in photography. The core activity of the company includes organizing exhibitions, events and managing collections. Additionally, the museum offers visitors the opportunity to participate in activities and informs about visiting and activities at the museum.

FONDATION MARC ANTIGLIO "LES CHEMINS DE FER DU KAESERBERG"

Museums · Granges-Paccot · Since 2000

Kaeserberg is a model railway museum offering an interactive exhibition featuring a large model railway layout replicating the Swiss railway landscape of the 1990s. The company's core activity is to provide visitors with the opportunity to view and interactively experience this model railway layout, as well as offer various activities and events in the field of model railways and railways.

Fort de Chillon SA

Museums · Veytaux · Since 2013

Fort de Chillon SA operates the Musée Fort de Chillon, an interactive museum housed in a former military fortress that presents the history of Swiss fortifications and soldiers' daily life. The venue features walked-through rooms, hands-on exhibits, virtual-reality elements and visitor services for families, groups and school parties.

Fondation des Moulins Souterrains du Col-des-Roches

Museums · Le Locle · Since 1992

The core activity of the company "Moulins souterrains du Col-des-Roches" is the operation of a museum and the guidance of visitors through underground mill facilities. The company offers audio guides and guided tours to present the history and technology of the underground mills. It caters to individuals, groups and school classes and offers special deals for children and families.

Stiftung Naturama Aargau

Museums · Aarau · Since 1999

Naturama Aargau is a multi-departmental company focusing on the areas of natural history museum, education, nature conservation, and climate. The core activities include: operating a natural history museum with exhibitions and collections, providing educational programs for children, families, schools, and communities, promoting nature and climate protection through various projects and activities, offering consulting and further education for teachers and communities, and operating a hotline for everyday nature-related questions. The company aims to convey ecological basic knowledge, document nature and landscape in Aargau, and raise awareness among the population on environmental issues.

FONDATION DU MUSEE DE L'AVIATION MILITAIRE DE PAYERNE

Museums · Payerne · Since 1999

The Clin d'Ailes company is a military aviation museum located in Payerne, Switzerland. The company's core activity consists of collecting, exhibiting and presenting historic aircraft and military aviation equipment, as well as organizing events and guided tours for visitors.

Stiftung Schloss Jegenstorf

Museums · Jegenstorf · Since 1954

The company's core activity is the operation of a castle museum with diverse activities, events and offers, as well as the maintenance and preservation of the castle, the park and the collection. This also includes the organization of guided tours, events, exhibitions and the management of the castle café. The purpose of the foundation is to make the castle and the park accessible to the public and to preserve them as a living historical monument.

FONDATION DE LA MAISON D'AILLEURS

Museums · Yverdon-Les-Bains · Since 1998

The core activity of the company "Maison d'Ailleurs" is the operation of a museum or exhibition hall specializing in science fiction, utopia and fantasy. The company offers various activities such as exhibitions, workshops, escape rooms and events for families, schools and companies. It also rents out spaces for conferences and seminars.

Stiftung Schloss Hünegg

Museums · Hilterfingen · Since 1989

The core activity of Schloss Hünegg is the management and rental of a castle with its adjacent park, museum, castle café and castle cellar. The company offers guided tours, events and rentals of the castle cellar throughout the year for private and public events.

Stiftung Schweizer Kindermuseum

Museums · Baden · Since 1996

The Swiss Children's Museum is a museum specializing in the world of children. The company's core activity consists of designing and implementing exhibitions, events, and activities for children and families. This includes permanent exhibitions, special exhibitions, museum workshops, theater performances, holiday courses, events, and guided tours. The museum also offers programs for school classes, student groups, and adult groups, and has a shop selling publications, toys, and other items.

Museum Bar H.R. Giger SA

Museums · Gruyères · Since 2019

The core activity of HRGiger.com is the operation of a museum and a bar designed as a work of art, showcasing the works of Swiss artist H.R. Giger. The company thus offers a unique experience combining art, architecture and gastronomy.

FONDAZIONE DEL MONTE SAN GIORGIO

Museums · Meride · Since 2008

The company operates a fossil museum.

Stiftung Sammlung Bündner Natur-Museum

Museums · Chur · Since 2001

The core activity of the Bündner Naturmuseum consists of planning and implementing exhibitions, conveying natural scientific knowledge to a broad audience, building, maintaining and developing collections, as well as conducting research.

Kulturama-Stiftung

Museums · Zurich · Since 1988

The company is a museum or similar scientific institution that seeks partnerships with companies and institutions to finance and implement projects such as the renewal of permanent exhibitions and the development of online offerings.

LEbrickGO Museum GmbH

Museums · Binningen · Since 2017

The company operates a museum featuring an extensive collection of LEGO models and sets. In addition to the exhibition, the museum also offers a shop selling LEGO products. Furthermore, there is a building corner for children and regularly changing exhibitions of fan creations.

Fondation du Musée suisse des fruits et de la distillation

Museums · Porrentruy · Since 2023

The core activity of the company 'Ô Vergers d'Ajoie' encompasses the following aspects: * Operation of a museum for fruit and distillation, offering a historical collection of alambics and an exhibition on the production of spirits and other products. * Cultivation and sale of fresh fruit and specialized gastronomic products from the Jura region and Switzerland. * Operation of a restaurant ('La Table des Vergers') with a selection of local specialties and products. * Organization of events, workshops, and activities for families, groups, and professionals focusing on the themes of fruit, distillation, and gastronomy. * Sale of regional products in the adjacent shop. Overall, the core activity of the company can be described as an interplay between museum, gastronomy, agriculture, and tourism.

Beyer Museum AG

Museums · Zurich · Since 2008

Beyer Museum AG operates the Beyer Watch Museum and provides retail and service offerings for watches and jewellery. The services include sales of new and pre-owned watches, a watch atelier for repairs and maintenance, and a jewellery atelier for bespoke pieces and restorations.

VITROMUSEE ROMONT, Musée Suisse du Vitrail et des Arts du Verre

Museums · Romont Fr · Since 1972

The company operates a museum specializing in glass and vitro technology. The core activities include the presentation of exhibitions, the organization of activities and workshops (Vitroactivités, Vitroateliers) as well as the provision of guided tours and demonstrations. Additionally, the museum offers a shop (Vitroboutique), a café (Vitrocafé) and the possibility to rent the location for civil weddings.

Stiftung für konstruktive, konkrete und konzeptuelle Kunst

Museums · Zurich · Since 1987

The Museum Haus Konstruktiv is an institution for constructive-concrete and conceptual art in Switzerland. The company's core activity includes the presentation of exhibitions, the maintenance and dissemination of a collection, as well as the implementation of educational and outreach programs for various target groups, including schools, families, and adults.

Société coopérative du Chemin de fer - Musée Blonay-Chamby

Museums · Chamby · Since 1968

The company operates a railway museum and offers historic train rides. It also features a shop, a buffet and various events such as the Swiss Steam Festival. The focus is on the preservation and presentation of historic railway vehicles and the promotion of tourism in the region.

Greisinger Museum Stiftung

Museums · Jenins · Since 2016

The core activity of the Greisinger Museum is the presentation and preservation of the world's largest and most significant private collection on the theme of 'Middle-earth', particularly art, literature and collectibles related to J.R.R. Tolkien's work, in a museum in Eastern Switzerland.

Fondation du Musée suisse de l'appareil photographique de Vevey

Museums · Vevey · Since 1991

The company is a museum specializing in the history and technology of photography. The core activity of the company is to offer a variety of exhibitions, events and activities that present the development of photography from its beginnings to the digital revolution. This includes the presentation of historical cameras, photographs and other objects, as well as the organization of temporary and permanent exhibitions, lectures, workshops and other events.

Stiftung Historisches Bahnhof-Ensemble Romanshorn

Museums · Romanshorn · Since 2005

The company's core activity is the operation of a railway museum, including guided tours, exhibitions, lectures and concerts, as well as supporting historical and scientific transportation projects.