At the MuseumsQuartier Tirschenreuth, seven specialized departments present the fascinating history of Tirschenreuth.
The fishing department offers a historical insight into the local tradition of fish and pond farming. Like the Haus am Teich across from the museum, it also impresses visitors with large aquariums where native fish can be observed. An underground passage of history presents the earliest historical findings and leads visitors to the six other departments. These cover town history, the fate of Bohemia’s German-speaking population after the Second World War, the former Tirschenreuth porcelain factory, the town’s unique nativity scene tradition, a collection of icons, and Johann Andreas Schmeller, most famous son of Tirschenreuth and the author of the first Bavarian Dictionary.
The MuseumsQuartier is the cultural center of the town of Tirschenreuth – colorful and full of life.
Adress and Contact
MUSEUMSQUARTIER
of the Town of Tirschenreuth
Regensburger Straße 6
95643 Tirschenreuth
Phone: +49 (0) 9631 / 61 22
Fax: +49 (0) 9631 / 30 09 89
Email: info(at)museumsquartier-tirschenreuth.de
Opening hours
| Day of the week | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | closed |
| Tuesday | 11.00 am - 5.00 pm |
| Wednesday | 11.00 am - 5.00 pm |
| Thursday | 11.00 am - 5.00 pm |
| Friday | 11.00 am - 5.00 pm |
| Saturday | 11.00 am - 5.00 pm |
| Sunday | 11.00 am - 5.00 pm |
The museum is open all year long except December 24th, 25th and 31st.
Admission Prices
| Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | 4,00 € |
| Reduced admission (people with severe disabilities, students and university students)¹ | 2,50 € |
| Groups of 10 or more | 3,00 € per person |
| Children and teenagers (up to age 18) | Free admission |
Annual pass for adults² | 12,00 € |
| Reduced annual pass (people with severe disabilities, students and university students)¹² | 6,00 € |
¹ Upon presentation of the relevant ID. If the disability card includes the “B” mark, the accompanying person receives free admission.
² Also valid for all special exhibitions. Events such as concerts, workshops and similar programs are not included
The MuseumsQuartier regularly hosts special exhibitions, lectures, readings, and concerts.
All year round, the museum education program offers a wide range of activities and programs for young visitors. Families can find exciting hands-on activities for children throughout the museum.
Since 1838, Tirschenreuth has been one of the centers of the German porcelain industry. For many decades, exceptionally high-quality porcelain was produced here. The exhibition presents a broad overview of Tirschenreuth porcelain.
The MuseumsQuartier presents the history and development of the town and of the people who lived and still live in and around Tirschenreuth. Along the Gang der Geschichte (Corridor of History), visitors learn about the geological features of the landscape, the basis of cultural development, and follow the story up to the town’s recent history
The Oberpfälzer Fischereimuseum (Upper Palatinate Fishery Museum) explains the development of local pond farming, which dates back almost 1,000 years. Four large aquariums showcase several native fish. It is a place to look, discover, observe and learn. The museum makes natural history easy to understand. For children, watching the fish is a special experience.
With its striking aquariums the “House at the Pond” offers an essential addition to the “MuseumsQuartier”.
The Plan-Weseritz department commemorates the people from the former Plan-Weseritz district and presents their history and culture. The exhibition focuses on their expulsion, their integration and their efforts to preserve memory and identity.
The Tirschenreuth tradition of building and visiting nativity scenes is presented in a separate department. This area explains the historical development of nativity scenes in Tirschenreuth and their typical local design.
Another department is dedicated to Johann Andreas Schmeller, a linguist born in Tirschenreuth and the author of the Bavarian Dictionary. Here, twelve centuries of Bavarian language history are presented and brought to life through audio exhibits.
Icons are visible prayers and sermons of the Orthodox Christian Church. This valuable collection, made up mainly of Slavic icons, reflects the fascination, passion for collecting and dedication of its founder, the Tirschenreuth artist Erich Werner (1939-2016).
