Stadtmuseum Rapperswil-Jona

The Stadtmuseum Rapperswil-Jona presents 800 years of town history and culture in a unique ensemble of buildings. The distinctive newly constructed «Janus» building with its perforated façade in architectural bronze is the hallmark of the museum. The Breny House, a stately townhouse erected in 1492, transports you to bygone days. Preserved in its original condition, the building contains a number of atmospheric rooms. The entire ensemble is dominated by the mighty tower from the 14th century. The newly conceived permanent exhibition explores the eventful history of Rapperswil-Jona. Encompassing historic interiors, the art of goldsmithing, war stories, industry, tourism and Circus Knie – the exhibition showcases a great diversity of subjects. Video and audio stations entertain and refer to the present while interactive elements encourage visitor participation.

This museum greets you in the following languages: D/E
Opening 1943

Current exhibitions

Terrasse mit Seeblick – Tourismus in Rapperswil

14.09.2022 - 19.03.2023

Mit Dampfschifffahrt und Eisenbahn hält der moderne Fremdenverkehr in Rapperswil Einzug. Ab den 1860er-Jahren zeigen sich erste Bestrebungen, den Tourismus zu fördern. Die besondere Lage auf einer Halbinsel am See, die pittoreske Altstadt und das Schloss machen die Anziehung des Städtchens aus. Rapperswil wird zu einem beliebten Ziel von Erholungssuchenden. Die Ausstellung thematisiert die Entwicklung und die Highlights des Tourismus in Rapperswil von der Vergangenheit bis in die Gegenwart.

The exhibition is documented in the following languages: D
Guided tours are offered in the following languages: D