The Liechtenstein National Museum is located in the center of Vaduz and houses 42 exhibition rooms showcasing the country’s history and culture.
The origins of the National Museum date back to the late 19th century, when a museum was established at Vaduz Castle.
Its aim was to prevent Liechtenstein’s cultural assets from being sold abroad.
Prince Johann II of Liechtenstein supported the project and provided space within Vaduz Castle, where the collected objects remained until 1914.
In the following decades, the collection was housed in various buildings in Vaduz, such as the Government Palace and the Town Hall. With the reopening in 2003, the collections found a permanent home in their current location.
The first exhibition area, located on the ground floor, illustrates the history of civilization in Liechtenstein. This area houses a ceramic bowl from the 5th century BC and several other historical artifacts related to the prehistoric period.
On the first floor is the area dedicated to the Middle Ages, with a collection of gold coins, richly colored stucco walls and ceilings, and numerous other artifacts.
The top floor is dedicated to the important figures who governed the country. Here, the boundary stones that once marked the national borders are displayed, and the stories of the battles and sieges waged by the Liechtenstein army before its abolition in 1868 are told.
The National Museum in Vaduz also includes the Postal Museum (dedicated article) and the Liechtenstein Treasury (photography and filming prohibited).
