Führung durch die Museumsgesellschaft

Description

Brigitte Burkhalter, the library director, will narrate the history of the Museum Society and showcase valuable rarities from the library's collection. Attendees will learn about the society's long-standing role in Zurich's cultural scene, including visits from notable figures like Thomas Mann and Lenin, and its connection to literary giants such as James Joyce. The event offers a unique opportunity to discover rare books, first editions, and 19th-century travel and memoir literature in an intimate setting.

Highlights

Guided tour of the Museum Society's historic house; insights into its rich literary collection; stories of famous visitors and historical significance; free entry with reservation recommended.

General Information

Held at Literaturhaus Zürich, Limmatquai 62, Zürich. Free admission, reservations recommended via bibliothek@mug.ch. The event starts at 1:00 PM.

Location

Literaturhaus Zürich, Limmatquai 62, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

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