State Museum of the Federal State Vorarlberg

The exposition of the State Museum of the Federal State of Vorarlberg is devoted to the history and culture of the region, from the Stone Age to the present day. The building of the museum, made in the style of neoclassicism, is located in the central part of the city, near the embankment of Lake Constance. For the first time the Vorarlberg Museum opened its doors to visitors back in 1857, and since then it has become one of the leading scientific and educational institutions in Austria.

The extensive collection of the local history museum includes exhibits telling about the history of the region, the development of art crafts and crafts, art and culture. Of particular interest is the archaeological collection, which consists of materials obtained during excavations in Bregenz and its surroundings. Among the exhibits are products of the Stone Age and Bronze Age, unique artifacts of the Roman period and much more. Very interesting selection of swords with different epheses. A separate exposition is devoted to historical traditions and takes the visitor to the world of folklore, exquisite costumes, beautiful sculpture. Several exhibition halls occupy a collection of paintings, which includes works by local artists.