Natechnikum
The Natechnikum is a museum in Neumarkt in Styria . The exhibition under the motto "House of Diversity" ranges from Iron Age excavation finds from the region to reproduced excerpts from life in Austria in the early 20th century to vintage and young timers , motorcycles and bicycles .
museum
The Natechnikum is located in the Stadlob district of the former municipality of Mariahof (since the municipality merger in 2015, part of the municipality of Neumarkt in Styria). It opened for the first time in 2015 with an exhibition that focused heavily on 20th century motor vehicles . After two years, the museum was temporarily suspended for renovation work. This was necessary in order to carry out the restructuring of the exhibition associated with the inclusion of the collection of the former Museum Altenmarkt. During this period, the concept change from motor vehicles to the “House of Diversity” took place. The plan was to offer visitors a combination of technology (inside) and nature (outside). However, on the instructions of the authorities, the 100-year-old fish pond, which formed the core of the outdoor area, had to be emptied and the laboriously built biotope destroyed. This also led to the planned reopening date being moved from the start of the 2019 season to the summer of the year.
collection
Most of the exhibits in the collection come from the holdings of the former Altenmarkt Museum under the leadership of Manfred Glettler, the owner's private holdings and loans from several private individuals. It can be roughly divided into subject areas:
cars
Many cars from the late 19th century to the 2000s are on display in the museum. In addition to collectibles such as the Mercedes 190SL and the world champion beetle , unique items such as a 200 hp Smart Fortwo also form part of the collection.
motorcycles
The Natechnikum has a large number of motorcycles from the late 20th century. The focus here is primarily on brands that are no longer available today, such as Miele and Puch , which are supplemented by machines from survivors such as Ducati and Harley-Davidson .
Cycles
In addition to the motorcycles, the two-wheeler department of the museum also contains a large collection of old bicycles, from high bikes to military bikes to racing bikes from the 80s.
Carriages
Carriages and sleighs are also part of the exhibition.
Agricultural machinery
In addition to old tractors from the Steyr and Porsche Diesel brands , this part of the exhibition mainly includes tractor- powered equipment from the post-war period . The selection ranging from threshing machines to grinding stands shows the ingenuity of farmers in the face of the scarcity of resources of the time.
Replicas
There are re-enactments of a wide variety of living and working spaces distributed throughout the museum, from a car workshop to a farmhouse parlor and sewing room to a grocer's and a doctor's office. These are intended to illustrate the way of life in Austria before and after the war.
Household electronics
The household electronics of the 20th century also have their place in the museum. From televisions and radios to vacuum cleaners and sewing machines, countless devices are represented.
Archaeological finds
A separate part of the exhibition is devoted to finds from the Iron Age and antiquity. Here visitors are offered an overview of the history of the region. In addition to Roman coins and all kinds of tools and weapons, you can also marvel at rarities such as a helmet from the Iron Age.
history
The natechnikum is located in the former Mariahof Vivarium. This was planned as a central information and experience center for the Zirbitzkogel-Grebenzen Nature Park , but had to close in 2011 after poor financial planning. In 2012 the property, including the building and the adjoining adventure playground, was acquired by “Vivarium Touristik AG”, who converted it into today's Natechnikum.
Web links
Individual evidence
- ^ Styrian municipal structural reform . In: Wikipedia . May 31, 2019 ( Special: Permanent Link / 189136928 [accessed June 18, 2019]).
- ↑ "Natechnikum" opens Friday. Retrieved June 18, 2019 .
- ↑ a b After 17 years: A museum says goodbye. Retrieved June 18, 2019 .
- ↑ Mariahof . In: Wikipedia . November 13, 2018 ( Special: Permanent Link / 182732310 [accessed June 18, 2019]).
Coordinates: 47 ° 5 ′ 1.2 ″ N , 14 ° 24 ′ 47 ″ E