History in Festive Attire. Historical Parades in the 19th Century

Description

Flags, horses, and political dignitaries in historical costumes: at the end of the 19th century, historical parades were highlights of public life – for example, in 1876 to commemorate the Battle of Murten or in 1891 for the anniversary of the city of Bern. The elaborately staged parades left many traces: festival guides, programs, and other documents show how history was celebrated, staged, and made tangible – and at the same time shaped, sharpened, and used for political messages. At the Bern Historical Museum, we first discover the background stories of the parades. During the subsequent visit to the City Archive, documents from the period can be examined firsthand. A joint tour of the Museum Quarter Bern with Daniel Schmutz, curator, and Roland Gerber, city archivist. Meeting point: entrance hall of the Bern Historical Museum.

Highlights

• Guided tour of the Bern Historical Museum
• Insights into 19th-century historical parades
• Original documents from the period in the city archive

General Information

The event offers a joint tour of the Bern Historical Museum and the City Archive. Participants will learn more about the significance of historical parades in the 19th century and can view original documents from that time.

Location

Helvetiastrasse 14, 3005 Bern, Switzerland

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