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Ein Jahrhundert in Bildern: Austria 1925-2025 Exhibition at the Austrian National Library

Trace Austria's journey through a century of iconic photography, from the early republic to European Union accession.

The Austrian National Library presents a commemorative exhibition, 'A Century in Pictures. Austria 1925-2025,' highlighting major historical anniversaries. Delve into the nation's journey through significant photographic works by Austrian artists. This display traces turbulent 20th and early 21st-century moments, encouraging visitors to reflect on Austria's identity and future through its past.

About Ein Jahrhundert in Bildern. Österreich 1925-2025 at Austrian National Library in Vienna

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition, "A Century in Pictures. Austria 1925-2025," reflects on Austria's dynamic history through photographic icons. It covers significant events from the early republic to the present day, marking anniversaries such as the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII and the 70th anniversary of the State Treaty.

Curatorial context

The Austrian National Library presents "A Century in Pictures. Austria 1925-2025," an exhibition commemorating significant anniversaries in Austrian history, including the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, the liberation from National Socialism, the 70th anniversary of the 1955 State Treaty, and Austria's accession to the European Union in 1995. The exhibition draws upon outstanding works by Austrian photographers to trace the country's journey through its turbulent 20th and early 21st centuries. It highlights pivotal moments in contemporary history and everyday life, encouraging reflection on Austria's identity, origins, and future.

Admission and ticket notes

Guided tours for the State Hall and the special exhibition are available. Visitors are directed to an official ticket booking link for more information and reservations. Special opening hours during holidays and potential early closures due to events are noted, indicating a need to check specific dates for access. Prices are not explicitly stated on this page but can be accessed via the booking link. Please note that the page also mentions extended opening hours for the Prunksaal on May 25, 2026, and an early closure on June 11, 2026, due to an event, but this does not seem directly related to the exhibition dates of March 13 - November 2, 2025. The primary booking link refers to 'prunksaal_sonderausstellung' which covers the special exhibition context. General museum opening hours and ticket information are typically found via the main website navigation or the provided ticket link. No specific exhibition ticket prices are listed here, implying general admission or tour fees apply, which visitors should confirm via the booking portal. Visitors are encouraged to check for any specific holiday opening times or event-related closures that might affect access to the exhibition itself. The page also lists supporting sponsors for the exhibition, which is general information, not directly related to visitor ticketing for the exhibition itself, apart from indicating institutional support for the display. Overall, visitor ticketing information is somewhat indirect, pointing towards a booking portal rather than detailing prices or specific access requirements directly on the exhibition page itself, beyond general advisories about holiday hours or event closures that may impact the Prunksaal's accessibility.

Ein Jahrhundert in Bildern. Österreich 1925-2025 key exhibition facts

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Venue
Austrian National Library
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Mar 13, 2025
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